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Easy Spicy Crab Sushi Bowls

Easy Spicy Crab Sushi Bowls That Brighten Your Weeknights

These Easy Spicy Crab Sushi Bowls combine creamy crab salad and fluffy rice with a sriracha kick for a quick, budget-friendly dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion, Japanese
Calories: 350

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 your heat preference
For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Short-Grain Rice Alternatives include quinoa or cauliflower rice
For Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Crushed peanuts can be an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chives work as a substitute
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free tamari if needed
Optional Extras
  • 1 teaspoon Wasabi Perfect for mixing into soy sauce for dipping
  • 2 tablespoons Pickled Ginger Adds a tangy freshness

Equipment

  • Medium-sized mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine ¼ cup of mayonnaise with 2 tablespoons of sriracha. Stir until smooth. Fold in 8 ounces of chopped imitation crab and let the salad rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Rinse 1 cup of short-grain rice under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice with 1 ¼ cups of water. Boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes.
  3. Once the rice is fluffy, divide it evenly into two serving bowls.
  4. Spoon the creamy spicy crab salad generously over the rice.
  5. Sprinkle sesame seeds and add finely sliced green onions on top.
  6. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store crab salad and rice separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days in the fridge. Unassembled components can be frozen for up to 1 month.

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