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California Sushi Bites Recipe

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4.7 from 128 reviews

California Sushi Bites are a fresh, flavorful, and easy-to-make appetizer featuring creamy avocado, tangy lemon, succulent lump crabmeat, and a hint of spice from Sriracha, all served atop crisp cucumber slices for a light and satisfying bite.

Ingredients

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Avocado Mixture

  • 1 avocado
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Ground pepper, to taste
  • Kosher salt, to taste

Cucumber Base

  • 1 large cucumber, sliced into 1/4 inch coins

Crab Mixture

  • 8 oz. lump crabmeat
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp. Sriracha
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced, plus more for garnish
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Ground pepper, to taste

Garnish and Serving

  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Soy sauce, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare Avocado Topping: In a medium bowl, squeeze the juice of one lemon over the avocado and season with kosher salt and ground pepper. Mash gently with a fork until smooth and creamy but still slightly chunky.
  2. Assemble Cucumber Base: Arrange the cucumber slices on a serving platter. Use a fork to spread or dollop the mashed avocado mixture evenly on top of each cucumber slice.
  3. Prepare Crab Mixture: In another medium bowl, combine lump crabmeat, mayonnaise, Sriracha, and thinly sliced green onions. Season the mixture with kosher salt and ground pepper, then stir gently with a fork until ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  4. Top Cucumber Bites: Spoon a small scoop of the crab mixture on top of each avocado-topped cucumber slice.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and additional sliced green onions over the assembled bites. Serve immediately with soy sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Use fresh lump crabmeat for best flavor and texture.
  • Adjust the amount of Sriracha to control the heat level.
  • Serve immediately to keep cucumber slices crisp and prevent avocado from browning.
  • These bites make a great gluten-free and low-carb appetizer option.
  • You can substitute mayonnaise with a vegan mayo for a vegetarian-friendly version.

Keywords: California sushi bites, crab appetizer, cucumber sushi bites, avocado crab bites, easy no-cook appetizers, Japanese appetizer

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