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Spicy Crab Sushi Bowls

Spicy Crab Sushi Bowls: Quick, Flavor-Packed Weeknight Delight

Spicy Crab Sushi Bowls are a quick and budget-friendly meal that brings sushi flavors right to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crab Salad
  • 8 ounces Imitation Crab Can substitute with real crab or shrimp.
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise Use vegan mayo for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust to taste or use chili sauce for a milder experience.
For the Base
  • 1 cup Warm Rice Short-grain preferred; quinoa or cauliflower rice are great low-carb alternatives.
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Crushed peanuts can be used for a different texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Substitute with chives if needed.
For Serving
  • to taste Soy Sauce Opt for tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • to taste Wasabi Optional based on preference.
  • to taste Pickled Ginger Optional based on preference.

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Rice cooker
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, blend together ¼ cup of mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons of sriracha until smooth. Fold in 8 ounces of chopped imitation crab and set aside for 5 minutes.
  2. Rinse 1 cup of rice under cold water until clear, then cook it with 1 ¼ cups of water. Let sit covered for 10 minutes once done.
  3. Divide the cooked rice evenly into two bowls, creating a warm base for the Spicy Crab Sushi Bowls.
  4. Spoon a generous portion of the spicy crab mixture over each rice bowl.
  5. Sprinkle a tablespoon of sesame seeds over the crab topping and add sliced green onions.
  6. Prepare a small dish of soy sauce for drizzling and serve with wasabi and pickled ginger for customization.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use short-grain rice for best texture. Customize toppings freely with vegetables like cucumber or avocado.

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