Description
This classic California roll is a perfect introduction to homemade sushi. Featuring imitation crab, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber, it’s a simple, flavorful roll that’s ideal for beginners and a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 nori sheet
- ¾ cup sushi rice
- 2–3 imitation crab sticks, shredded
- ½ avocado, sliced
- ¼ cucumber, julienned
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Notes
- Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread the sushi rice evenly on top of the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- Sprinkle the sesame seeds evenly over the rice.
- Flip the nori so that the rice faces down.
- Place shredded imitation crab, avocado slices, and julienned cucumber across the center of the nori.
- Roll tightly using the bamboo mat, sealing the edge with a little water. Slice into 6–8 pieces using a sharp, wet knife.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: roll (about 8 pieces)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: California roll, sushi, homemade sushi, easy sushi recipe, imitation crab sushi, avocado sushi, Japanese cuisine