Description
Homemade California Roll Sushi is a classic inside-out maki roll made with sushi rice, nori seaweed, imitation crab (surimi), avocado, and cucumber, coated in sesame seeds for a delicious and beginner-friendly sushi experience.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sushi rice, cooked
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced
- 6 pieces imitation crab (surimi)
- 2 sheets nori seaweed
- 4 tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Instructions
- Place nori on a plastic-wrapped sushi mat.
- Spread half the sushi rice evenly over the nori.
- Flip the sheet so the rice is on the outside.
- Add a thin layer of rice on one half, leaving a small border.
- Spread mayonnaise in a line across the center.
- Add cucumber, avocado slices, and imitation crab in a line.
- Roll tightly using the sushi mat, pressing firmly to shape.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on the mat and roll the sushi to coat.
- Slice into 8 pieces and serve.
Notes
- Use properly seasoned sushi rice for best results.
- Imitation crab can be replaced with real crab or cooked shrimp.
- Use plain nori sheets for authentic flavor.
- Roll slowly and tightly for clean sushi slices.
- Black or white sesame seeds both work well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American, Japanese