California Roll Sushi
This classic homemade California Roll recipe features tender sushi rice seasoned with vinegar, sugar, and salt—wrapped in toasted nori and filled with creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and sweet imitation crab. With just a few ingredients and a bamboo mat, you can roll your own restaurant-style sushi right at home—perfect for parties or a fun dinner night!
Ingredients
- 1½ cups sushi rice
- 2¼ cups water
- 2 Tbsp seasoned rice vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 avocado sliced
- ½ English cucumber seeded and sliced
- 8 oz imitation crab shredded
- 4 sheets toasted nori seaweed
Instructions
- Rinse and cook rice; season and cool.
- Slice avocado and cucumber; prepare crab.
- Spread rice on nori; add fillings.
- Roll tightly; slice into 8 pieces.
- Repeat to make 4 rolls (32 pieces).
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/california-roll-sushi/
Notes
- Wet your fingers while spreading rice to prevent sticking.
- Use plastic wrap on your bamboo mat for easier cleanup and smoother rolling.
- Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi if desired.