Description
Sushi lovers will devour this Crunch Roll Sushi Bowl, blending traditional Japanese flavors with modern convenience. Fresh ingredients and crispy tempura flakes create a delightful dining experience you can quickly enjoy at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 68 pieces shrimp tempura (store-bought or homemade)
Vegetables and Produce:
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- 1 sheet nori (seaweed), cut into small strips
Base and Grains:
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- ¼ cup tempura flakes or crispy fried onions (for crunch)
Sauce and Condiments:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 12 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
Garnishes:
- Soy sauce or tamari, for drizzling
- Sesame seeds
- Pickled ginger (optional)
Instructions
- Meticulously rinse sushi rice under cool running water until the liquid becomes transparent, eliminating excess starch. Cook the grains according to precise package guidelines, creating a fluffy foundation.
- Transform the cooked rice into a delectable base by gently folding rice vinegar, a whisper of sugar, and a delicate salt sprinkle. Allow the rice to cool and absorb the nuanced flavors.
- Craft a vibrant spicy mayo by whisking together mayonnaise, bold sriracha, and umami-rich soy sauce. Calibrate the heat level to personal preference, creating a tantalizing sauce.
- Construct the visual masterpiece by layering the seasoned rice as a canvas. Artfully position golden tempura shrimp as the centerpiece, surrounding it with crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, delicate shredded carrots, and verdant green onions.
- Elevate the bowl’s complexity by generously drizzling the spicy mayo across the ingredients. Scatter toasted sesame seeds and delicate nori strips for textural intrigue and depth.
- Enhance the culinary experience with optional crispy panko breadcrumbs or tempura fragments for additional crunch. For those desiring a sweet undertone, cascade a light eel sauce across the creation.
- Present the sushi bowl accompanied by traditional garnishes of pickled ginger and fiery wasabi, inviting diners to personalize their gastronomic journey.
Notes
- Master the rice texture by thoroughly rinsing until water becomes crystal clear, preventing sticky clumps and ensuring fluffy grains.
- Customize spicy mayo heat levels by gradually adding sriracha, allowing personal preference to guide the perfect zesty balance.
- Replace shrimp with tofu or grilled chicken for dietary variations, maintaining the bowl’s delicious core flavor profile.
- Store leftover spicy mayo in an airtight container for up to a week, creating a quick condiment for future meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg