Best 2 Inside Out California Roll Recipes

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**Discover the Inside-Out California Roll: A Unique Sushi Experience**

Indulge in a culinary journey with the Inside-Out California Roll, a captivating fusion of flavors and textures that takes sushi to a whole new level. This innovative roll reverses the traditional sushi structure, placing the rice on the outside and the fillings on the inside, creating an explosion of flavors with every bite. With three distinct recipes to choose from, this article offers a comprehensive guide to crafting this delightful dish. Whether you prefer the classic combination of cucumber, avocado, and crab, or the spicy kick of sriracha and tobiko, or the refreshing taste of mango and salmon, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions to create the perfect Inside-Out California Roll. Embark on this culinary adventure and savor the unique taste sensation that has made this dish a favorite among sushi enthusiasts worldwide.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CALIFORNIA ROLL



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h5m

Yield 8 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 medium avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced into 1/4-inch thick pieces
4 sheets nori
1/2 batch sushi rice, recipe follows
1/3 cup sesame seeds, toasted
1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded, and cut into matchstick-size pieces
4 crabsticks, torn into pieces
Pickled ginger, for serving
Wasabi, for serving
Soy sauce, for serving
2 cups sushi or short grain rice
2 cups water, plus extra for rinsing rice
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Squeeze the lemon juice over the avocado to prevent browning.
  • Cover a bamboo rolling mat with plastic wrap. Cut nori sheets in half crosswise. Lay 1 sheet of nori, shiny side down, on the plastic covered mat. Wet your fingers with water and spread about 1/2 cup of the rice evenly onto the nori. Sprinkle the rice with sesame seeds. Turn the sheet of nori over so that the rice side is down. Place 1/8 of the cucumber, avocado and crab sticks in the center of the sheet. Grab the edge of the mat closest to you, keeping the fillings in place with your fingers, and roll it into a tight cylinder, using the mat to shape the cylinder. Pull away the mat and set aside. Cover with a damp cloth. Repeat until all of the rice has been used. Cut each roll into 6 pieces. Serve with pickled ginger, wasabi and soy sauce.
  • Place the rice into a mixing bowl and cover with cool water. Swirl the rice in the water, pour off and repeat 2 to 3 times or until the water is clear.
  • Place the rice and 2 cups of water into a medium saucepan and place over high heat. Bring to a boil, uncovered. Once it begins to boil, reduce the heat to the lowest setting and cover. Cook for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
  • Combine the rice vinegar, sugar and salt in a small bowl and heat in the microwave on high for 30 to 45 seconds. Transfer the rice into a large wooden or glass mixing bowl and add the vinegar mixture. Fold thoroughly to combine and coat each grain of rice with the mixture. Allow to cool to room temperature before using to make sushi or sashimi.
  • Yield: 4 cups

CALIFORNIA ROLL



California Roll image

A California roll is a fresh take on traditional Japanese rice rolls. Filled with avocado, crab, and cucumber, it's fresh and crunchy and makes a filling meal. You can use real or imitation crab.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Japanese

Time 1h50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups water
2 cups uncooked white rice
½ cup seasoned rice vinegar
1 teaspoon white sugar, or as needed
1 teaspoon salt, or as needed
¼ pound cooked crab meat, drained of excess liquid and shredded
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
5 sheets nori (dry seaweed)
1 avocado, sliced
¼ cup red caviar, such as tobiko
1 English cucumber, seeded and sliced into strips
2 tablespoons drained pickled ginger, for garnish
2 tablespoons soy sauce, or to taste
1 tablespoon wasabi paste

Steps:

  • Wrap a sushi rolling mat completely in plastic wrap and set aside.
  • Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer rice to a bowl and cut in rice vinegar using a rice paddle or wooden spoon. Season with 1 teaspoon sugar and 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste. Allow to cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
  • Combine crab meat with mayonnaise in a small bowl.
  • Place a sheet of nori on a flat work surface. Spread a thin layer of rice on top of the nori. Place the nori, rice side down, on the prepared rolling mat. Place 2 to 3 avocado slices on top of the nori in one layer. Top with 2 to 3 tablespoons of the crab mixture. Spoon 1 to 2 teaspoons tobiko lengthwise on one side of the avocado-crab mixture, and 2 cucumber strips on the other side. Using the mat as a guide, carefully roll the California roll into a tight log. Remove the rolling mat. Top roll with more tobiko, cover with plastic wrap, and gently press the tobiko into the top of the roll. Remove the plastic and cut roll into 6 even pieces using a wet knife. Repeat with remaining sheets of nori and filling. Serve garnished with pickled ginger, soy sauce, and wasabi paste

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.5 calories, Carbohydrate 70.3 g, Cholesterol 93.6 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 15.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1237 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Using fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your California roll. Look for sushi-grade fish, ripe avocado, and crisp cucumber.
  • Cook the rice properly: The rice is the foundation of the California roll, so it's important to cook it properly. Use a sushi rice cooker or follow the package directions for cooking sushi rice on the stovetop.
  • Season the rice with vinegar: Once the rice is cooked, season it with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. This will give the rice a slightly sweet and tangy flavor.
  • Use a bamboo rolling mat: A bamboo rolling mat will help you to roll the California roll tightly and evenly. If you don't have a bamboo rolling mat, you can use a piece of plastic wrap.
  • Be patient: Rolling California rolls takes a little bit of practice. Don't get discouraged if your first few rolls don't turn out perfectly. Keep practicing and you'll eventually get the hang of it.

Conclusion:

The California roll is a delicious and versatile sushi roll that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great option for a party or potluck, or as a quick and easy weeknight meal. With a little practice, you can easily make California rolls at home. So next time you're craving sushi, give this recipe a try.

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