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A platter of freshly sliced spicy crab rolls with spicy mayo drizzle and sesame seeds.

Homemade Spicy Crab Roll

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A delicious, restaurant-quality spicy crab roll featuring creamy shredded crab, spicy mayo, and perfectly seasoned sushi rice.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 rolls 1x

Ingredients

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2 cups sushi rice (short-grain Japanese rice)
2 1/4 cups water
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
8 oz imitation crab sticks (surimi)
3 tablespoons Kewpie mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Sriracha (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
4 sheets Nori (seaweed)
Optional: Cucumber strips, avocado, sesame seeds

Instructions

Step 1: Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice with 2 1/4 cups of water in a rice cooker or on the stovetop.
Step 2: While the rice is hot, gently fold in the mixture of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Let the rice cool to room temperature.
Step 3: Finely shred the imitation crab sticks using your hands or a fork. Mix the crab with Kewpie mayo, Sriracha, and sesame oil in a medium bowl.
Step 4: Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread a thin layer of seasoned rice over the nori, leaving a small gap at the top edge.
Step 5: Place a line of the spicy crab mixture (and any optional vegetables) across the center of the rice.
Step 6: Use the bamboo mat to roll the nori tightly over the filling. Use a drop of water to seal the edge of the nori.
Step 7: Using a sharp, wet knife, slice the spicy crab roll into 6-8 pieces and serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure your knife is very sharp and wet to get the cleanest cuts on your spicy crab roll.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dishes & Savory Recipes
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Roll (8 pieces)
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg