California Roll In A Bowl

      Get your chop sticks ready....You are going to have so much fun eating this. I'm even
      excited for you! Ha. My husband and I ate Sushi every friday night for years. We were
      completely obsessed. It was a good thing!! My 5 year old loves sushi. I've raised her
      well ; ) This is Sushi with out all the hassle. Perfect for entertaining.

                                                  California Roll In A Bowl

      1 avocado, sliced
      1 carrot, julienned
      1 cucumber, julienned
      sesame seeds, toasted
      crab meat, real or imitation
      nori sheets, sliced. "optional"
      2 cups sushi or short grain rice
      2 cups water, plus more for rinsing rice
      3 tablespoons rice vinegar
      2 tablespoons sugar
      1 tablespoon kosher salt

      1) Place rice in mixing bowl and cover with cool water. Swirl the rice in the water,
      pour off and repeat 2 to 3 times until the water is clear.
      2) 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 heat and let stand, covered,
      10 minutes.
      3) Combine the rice vinegar, sugar and salt in a small bowl and heat in the microwave
      for 30 to 45 seconds. Transfer rice to a large bowl and add vinegar mixture. Fold to
      thoroughly combined. Allow time to cool.
      4) Serve in bowls and place toppings on top. Pour soy, mix and enjoy.