Crunchy Roll Bowls

his recipe for Crunchy Roll Bowls is perfect if you enjoy sushi, particularly the crunchy, savory bite of a roll! Without the trouble of rolling, these bowls offer all the tastes and textures of your favorite sushi roll. This simplified version is easy to prepare, packed with fresh ingredients, and ideal for a light lunch or dinner.

This dish creates a delightful lunch that brings sushi-inspired flavors straight to your home with its combination of sushi rice, fresh veggies, fish, and crunchy tempura bits.

The Quick and Easy part of this recipe will win you over because you won’t have to stress over rolling sushi. Making these bowls only takes thirty minutes.

• Available: Ideal for customizing to your tastes—try using shrimp, crab, or even a vegetarian substitute.
• Healthy: This is a well-balanced, high-nutrient dish made with lean protein, fresh vegetables, and whole rice.
• That Crunch!: The mouthwatering texture of this bowl comes from crispy panko breadcrumbs or tempura flakes.

For the Bowl Base : – 2 cups short-grain rice or sushi rice – 2 tablespoons rice vinegar – 1 tablespoon sugar – 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Protein Select your chosen option:

• Half a pound of cooked, peeled and deveined shrimp
• 1/2 pound of fake crab (or actual crab meat)
• 1/2 pound of flakes cooked salmon

Toppers: – One sliced avocado; – One thinly sliced or julienned cucumber; – One grated or julienned carrot; – Two sheets of nori (seaweed), broken into thin strips or crumbled

• 2 tablespoons of optional pickled ginger
• Two sliced green onions
  A tablespoon of sesame seeds

For the Crunch: – 1/2 cup handmade or store-bought tempura flakes – OR 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, toasted to golden brown

For the Hot Mayo

• 1/4 cup of mayo
• 1 tablespoon of Sriracha, adjusted to your desired level of spiciness
• One tablespoon soy sauce
• One teaspoon of sesame oil

Adjustable Garnishes: – Soy sauce

Wasabi – Eel sauce (for a sweet-savory finish)

First Cook the Sushi Rice 1. Get the rice ready: Till the water runs clear, rinse the sushi rice under cold water. Use a rice cooker or stovetop to cook the rice as directed on the package.

2. Gather the grains: Stir the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt together until they dissolve while the rice cooks. When the rice is cooked, stir the vinegar mixture into the hot rice gently. Put it aside to cool a little.

Step 2: Protein Preparation – **If using cooked shrimp, be sure to peel, deveine, and slice it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3: Make the Crunch – Tempura flakes: These can be used immediately if they are store-bought. If not, make your own by deep-frying tiny dollops of tempura batter until they turn golden and crisp in hot oil. blot with paper towels.

If you’re using panko breadcrumbs, toast them in a small skillet with a little oil over medium heat until they get crispy and golden brown.

Step 4: Prepare the Hot Mayonnaise

Combine the mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a small bowl. To get the right amount of spice, adjust the amount of sriracha.

Making the Crunchy Roll Bowls: Step 5

1. Begin with the rice: Spoon out the savory sushi rice into separate bowls.
2. Add the protein: Place salmon, crab, or shrimp on top of each bowl.
3. Vegetable Layering: Place the carrots, cucumber, avocado slices, and nori strips on top.
4. Incorporate crunch: Lightly dust the bowls with tempura flakes or toasted panko breadcrumbs.
5. Drizzle with sauce: Drizzle everything with hot mayo. For added taste, you may also add a little soy sauce or eel sauce.
6. Garnish with toppings: Sprinkle pickled ginger, green onions, and sesame seeds on top, if desired.

First Cook the Sushi Rice 1. Get the rice ready: Till the water runs clear, rinse the sushi rice under cold water. Use a rice cooker or stovetop to cook the rice as directed on the package.

2. Gather the grains: Stir the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt together until they dissolve while the rice cooks. When the rice is cooked, stir the vinegar mixture into the hot rice gently. Put it aside to cool a little.

Step 2: Protein Preparation – **If using cooked shrimp, be sure to peel, deveine, and slice it into bite-sized pieces.

• For crab: Shred actual crab meat or fake crab.
• For salmon: Use a fork to flake cooked salmon into little pieces.

Step 3: Make the Crunch – Tempura flakes: These can be used immediately if they are store-bought. If not, make your own by deep-frying tiny dollops of tempura batter until they turn golden and crisp in hot oil. blot with paper towels.

If you’re using panko breadcrumbs, toast them in a small skillet with a little oil over medium heat until they get crispy and golden brown.

Step 4: Prepare the Hot Mayonnaise

Combine the mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a small bowl. To get the right amount of spice, adjust the amount of sriracha.

Making the Crunchy Roll Bowls: Step 5

1. Begin with the rice: Spoon out the savory sushi rice into separate bowls.
2. Add the protein: Place salmon, crab, or shrimp on top of each bowl.
3. Vegetable Layering: Place the carrots, cucumber, avocado slices, and nori strips on top.
4. Incorporate crunch: Lightly dust the bowls with tempura flakes or toasted panko breadcrumbs.
5. Drizzle with sauce: Drizzle everything with hot mayo. For added taste, you may also add a little soy sauce or eel sauce.
6. Garnish with toppings: Sprinkle pickled ginger, green onions, and sesame seeds on top, if desired.

Success Tips – Customize the Protein: You may make a vegetarian version of this dish by using just vegetables instead of seafood. You can also substitute cooked chicken or tofu.
Ahead-of-Time Advice: Prepare the rice, protein, and vegetables in advance and store them in different containers. Just before serving, assemble the bowls to preserve all the fresh, crisp ingredients.
In-house Tempura Chips: To make your own handmade tempura flakes, thinly batter 1/4 cup flour and 1/4 cup water. Add tiny portions into heated oil and cook till they get crispy. Before adding to your bowls, drain and allow to cool.

Nutritional Benefits – Protein-Packed: These bowls are full of lean protein, found in shrimp, crab, or salmon, depending on which protein you choose.

• Healthy Fats: Sesame oil in the spicy mayo adds extra nutrients and heart-healthy fats from avocado.
• Fiber-Rich: These bowls are packed with fiber to help with digestion and keep you feeling satisfied for longer thanks to the addition of fresh veggies like avocado, carrots, and cucumber.

Variations – Vegetarian Crunchy Roll Bowl: Add extra vegetables such roasted sweet potatoes or edamame in place of the fish.

• Gluten-Free Option: Make sure the tempura flakes and soy sauce are free of gluten, or substitute tamari for the soy sauce.
• Spicy Tuna Version: For a sushi-quality experience, replace the shrimp or crab with raw or seared tuna combined with spicy mayo if you want spicy tuna rolls.

Concluding Remarks

The pleasures of sushi may be enjoyed with ease without the hassle of rolling with Crunchy Roll Bowls. A delicious blend of textures and flavors is produced by the combination of seasoned sushi rice, fresh seafood or protein, crunchy tempura flakes or panko, and spicy mayo. This dish is ideal for anyone who enjoys sushi-style dinners with a twist because it is not only delicious but also adaptable and adjustable.

Savor your own Crunchy Roll Bowl and feel free to customize it by experimenting with different ingredients!