Spicy Crab Sushi Bowl
A quick and delicious bowl that captures the flavors of sushi without the hassle of rolling. Featuring spicy mayo and imitation crab over warm jasmine rice, it's a perfect weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
For the Spicy Mayo and Crab
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise Use Japanese mayo like Kewpie for a richer flavor.
- 3 to 4 tablespoons sriracha Start with 3 tablespoons and adjust to taste.
- 1 package (8-ounce) imitation crab meat, chopped Can substitute with cooked lump crab, shredded cooked shrimp, or canned tuna.
For the Rice
- 2 to 3 cups cooked jasmine rice Short-grain sushi rice or brown rice are valid swaps.
Optional Toppings
- soy sauce
- wasabi
- pickled ginger
- sesame seeds
- sliced green onions
- avocado
- cucumber
- nori strips
Instructions
Preparation
- Warm 2 to 3 cups of cooked jasmine rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork, optionally sprinkle with rice vinegar and pinch of sugar for sushi-like flavor.
- In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise with 3 to 4 tablespoons sriracha. Stir until smooth and adjust heat to taste.
- Chop the imitation crab into bite-sized pieces.
- Add the chopped crab to the bowl with spicy mayo and fold gently until the crab is thoroughly coated.
Assembly
- Divide the warm rice between two bowls and spoon the spicy crab mixture evenly over the rice.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top, and offer soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger at the table.
Notes
Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 48 hours. Store rice and spicy crab separately to preserve texture.