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    Published: Dec 30, 2019 by Denise Browning · "This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission." · 16 Comments

    Low Carb Sushi Bowl Recipe & 12 Sushi Recipes for a Sushi Party

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    Sushi Bowl Recipe: a trendy low carb sushi made in 15 minutes with seasoned cauliflower rice, cooked shrimp, avocado,veggies, and sriracha mayo. It's low carb, keto, gluten-free. easy and delish! Plus, 12 other sushi recipes for a sushi party. 

    two sushi bowl with a glass of water and chopsticks on the side

    Happy New Year! Are you a fan of sushi? So am I! The thing is, making sushi rolls can be time-consuming, and takeout is not very economical. What's the solution?

    It's this sushi bowl -- which takes about 15 minutes to put together and is budget-friendly! Happy now?

    Our sushi bowl is low carb because it is made with cauliflower rice but you could also use sticky rice. It's just one of many delish low carb meals from our blog. 

    If you have time, or are throwing a New Year's Eve party, you can make some of these 12 sushi recipes and give a sushi party in style! 

    All right, ready? But first, here are answers to some of the questions you might have about sushi and sushi bowl. 

    WHAT IS SUSHI?

    The word "sushi" means "sour" in Japanese. Sushi consists of vinegared rice rolled in seaweed paper (nori), along with other ingredients such as seafood, imitation crab, and avocado. A common belief equates sushi with raw fish (sashimi), but one is not the same as the other. In reality, there are some sushi rolls that feature raw fish, while others have none. It all depends on what type of sushi you're dealing with.

    IS SUSHI REALLY RAW?

    Again sushi, which by definition involves rice, differs from sashimi, which is sliced raw fish dipped in sauces and sometimes served with sushi. There are sushi rolls that do have raw fish (e.g. salmon crunch roll), while others, such as California rolls, typically contain no raw fish. It all depends on the type of sushi.

    IS IT SAFE TO EAT SUSHI?

    If properly prepared and stored according to FDA regulations, sushi is safe to eat, including this low carb sushi bowl. 

    SUSHI VS. CALIFORNIA ROLL 

    Traditional sushi entails rolling up rice and other ingredients side seaweed paper . This can either contain raw fish or not. On the other hand, California rolls are rolled inside-out (i.e. rice on the outside), and usually don't contain raw fish. 

    DIFFERENCES BETWEEN SUSHI BOWL AND POKE BOWL

    one sushi bowl with cauliflower rice, shrimp, avocado, cucumber, nori, carrots,a nd sriracha mayo.

     

    Sushi bowl consists of the typical ingredients of a sushi roll, but served in a bowl. It's easier and quicker to put together than sushi rolls. It's also happens to be a cousin of the famous Poke Bowl. 
    The differences are:
    1. Sushi bowls are a deconstructed Japanese sushi that do not always contain raw fish;
    2. Poke bowls are Hawaiian in origin and refer to chunks of raw, marinated fish (such as tuna) served over rice, veggies, and umami sauces.

    SUSHI BOWL: THE QUICK AND EASY WAY!

    No need for a sushi mat! No waiting, nor spending a long time rolling ingredients in seaweed paper. 

    Simply cook the rice, either cauliflower rice or short-grain rice, and toss with a mixture of vinegar and salt (plus sugar if desired).

    Then, serve in a bowl with cooked shrimp, avocado, chopped nori, fresh veggies, sriracha mayo, and sesame seeds. It takes less than 15 minutes to prepare this low carb sushi bowl recipe, while sushi rolls would take more than one hour to prepare. 

    WHAT INGREDIENTS ARE IN A SUSHI BOWL?

    This shrimp sushi bowl calls for:

    • Seasoned rice (either cauliflower or sticky rice)
    • Chopped seaweed (nori)
    • Cooked shrimp
    • Avocado
    • Cucumber
    • Shredded carrots
    • Sesame seeds
    • Sriracha mayo
    • Green onions

    close up image of sushi bowl recipe

     

    HOW TO MAKE LOW CARB SUSHI BOWL RECIPE

    1. To make this easy, healthy sushi bowl, cook cauliflower rice in the microwave according to the direction on the package.
    2. In a small bowl, heat vinegar with salt (sugar is optional) then toss with rice. Place into serving bowls, cover, and place in the fridge.
    3. Meanwhile, mix sriracha with sesame oil and toss the chilled cooked shrimp. Reserve!
    4. Then slice the cucumber and avocado, and chop the green onions. Using kitchen shears, chop seaweed paper. You may shred the carrots or buy already shredded.
    5. Prepare the sriracha mayo by mixing mayo with sriracha in another small bowl and reserve. 
    6. Once rice is cold, top with shrimp, veggies, and seaweed paper. Drizzle the avocado with lemon juice or vinegar and then with sriracha mayo. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds and green onions. 
    7. If you wish, you may drizzle the other veggies with a splash of vinegar or lemon juice.
    8. Serve this homemade sushi bowl chilled or at room temp. -- either as a main dish or as an appetizer. It depends on the size of the bowl. For an appetizer, serve into mini bowls. 

    HOW TO STORE LOW CARB SUSHI BOWLS

    This sushi bowl recipe works well for meal prep and stays good in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days -- without the avocado, which should be fresh, or otherwise it will darken.

    This sushi bowl is low carb, keto, dairy-free, and gluten-free. 

    WHAT DRINKS GO WELL WITH SUSHI?

    As for a non-alcoholic drink, sushi bowls or sushi rolls pair well with green tea. 

    But if you are throwing a sushi party on New Year's Eve, you may serve sushi with alcoholic drinks such as:

    • Koshu (Japanese white wine)
    • Sake (rice wine)
    • Chardonnay
    • Pinot Blanc
    • Low dosage Champagne
    • Dry sparkling wines such as Prosecco

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    OTHER 12 SUSHI RECIPES FOR A SUSHI PARTY

    • Tropical Sushi
    • California Sushi Rolls Stuffed Avocados
    • Spicy Tuna Sushi Salad
    • Vegetarian Sushi
    • Cheap Sushi Rolls
    • Spicy Tuna Avocado Tower
    • Breakfast Sushi
    • Tuna Sushi Rolls
    • Vegan Inside-Out Sushi 
    • Low Carb California Rolls
    • Keto Paleo Sushi
    • Homemade Sushi

     

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    Low Carb Sushi Bowl Recipe

    Sushi Bowl Recipe: a trendy low carb sushi made in 15 minutes with seasoned cauliflower rice, cooked shrimp, avocado, veggies, and sriracha mayo. It's low carb, keto, gluten-free. easy and delish! 

    Course:Main Course
    Cuisine:American
    Keywords:low carb sushi, sushi bowl, sushi bowl recipe, sushi party, sushi recipes
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Servings 2
    Calories384 kcal
    Author Denise Browning
    Cost $ 3.00 per bowl

    Equipment

    • microwave
    • knife

    Ingredients

    • 2 10-oz cauliflower rice frozen
    • 2 tablespoon rice vinegar plus extra for drizzling
    • a pinch of salt
    • a dash of sugar optional (skip if on a keto/low carb diet)
    • 2 teaspoon sriracha
    • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
    • 12 large shrimp cooked and chilled
    • ½ small cucumber sliced
    • 1 avocado sliced
    • 1 tablespoon green onions chopped
    • 4 tablespoon seaweed paper chopped
    • ½ cup shredded carrots If on a keto/low carb diet, replace with shredded purple cabbage or use less carrots, as you wish
    • 2 tablespoon mayonnaise
    • 1 lemon or lime for drizzling (optional)

    Instructions

    • To make this easy, healthy sushi bowl, cook cauliflower rice in the microwave according to the directions on the package, about 4-5 minutes each package. In a small bowl, heat vinegar with salt (sugar is optional) then toss with rice. Place into serving bowls, cover, and place in the fridge.
    • Meanwhile, mix 1 teaspoon of sriracha with sesame oil and toss the chilled cooked shrimp. Reserve! Then slice the cucumber and avocado, and chop the green onions. Using kitchen shears, chop seaweed paper. You may shred the carrots or buy shredded.
    • Prepare the sriracha mayo by mixing mayo with 1 teaspoon of sriracha in another small bowl and reserve.  Once rice is cold, top with shrimp, veggies, and seaweed paper. Drizzle the avocado with lemon juice or vinegar and then with sriracha mayo. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds and green onions. 
    • If desired, you may drizzle the other veggies with a splash of vinegar or lemon juice. Serve this homemade sushi bowl chilled or at room temp. -- either as a main dish or as an appetizer. It depends on the size of the bowl. For an appetizer, serve into mini bowls. 

    Recipe Notes

    • If served as an appetizer, it can yield 10 (¼ cup) portions or feed about 10 people.  
    • STORE in airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days, without avocado, which must be sliced fresh at the time of serving. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 511mg | Potassium: 756mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 6097IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 2mg

    ** Nutrition labels on easyanddelish.com are for educational purposes only. This info is provided as a courtesy and is only an estimate, since the nutrition content of recipes can vary based on ingredient brand or source, portion sizes, recipe changes/variations, and other factors. We suggest making your own calculations using your preferred calculator, based on which ingredients you use, or consulting with a registered dietitian to determine nutritional values more precisely.

    Please note that health-focused and diet information provided on easyanddelish.com is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, nor is it intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Consult with your doctor or other qualified health professional prior to initiating any significant change in your diet or exercise regimen, or for any other issue necessitating medical advice.

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    1. Rosanna Mancino says

      December 30, 2019 at 4:09 pm

      5 stars
      Mmmm qué delica esta receta de LOW CARB SUSHI BOWL será mi plato estrella en este 2020. Gracias por compartirla.

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        January 05, 2020 at 4:46 pm

        The sushi bowl is low carb and great for both everyday and entertaining. The sushi recipes are perfect for a sushi party!

        Reply
    2. Sonila says

      December 30, 2019 at 4:16 pm

      5 stars
      I love sushi bowls and this low carb sushi bowl recipe looks perfect. I plan to do a little bit of low carb after the holidays so this will definitely be one of my meals:). Thank you!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        January 05, 2020 at 4:45 pm

        Enjoy!

        Reply
    3. Erika says

      December 30, 2019 at 5:32 pm

      5 stars
      I love this sushi bowl recipe. Easy and full of colors and flavors. Thank you

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        January 05, 2020 at 4:45 pm

        These sushi bowl are super easy and quick to make and so delicious.

        Reply
    4. Anabella Mirowski (Aeroconcierge) says

      December 30, 2019 at 6:10 pm

      5 stars
      Excelent recipe! I love this sushi bowl! Tks for share 🙂

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        January 05, 2020 at 4:44 pm

        My pleasure. Ty!

        Reply
    5. Estefania says

      December 30, 2019 at 6:18 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! Easy, fresh, quick and delicious! What else do I need to be convinced?! Totally in love with this sushi bowl recipe

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        January 05, 2020 at 4:44 pm

        Thank you! These sushi bowl make a great low carb meal and are also great for entertaining.

        Reply
    6. Sandra Brito says

      December 30, 2019 at 5:19 pm

      5 stars
      This sushi bowl looks amazing! And also low carb! Wow! Feeling like preparing it soon!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        January 05, 2020 at 4:45 pm

        This low carb sushi bowlis great for New Year's resolutions.

        Reply
    7. 2pots2cook says

      January 06, 2020 at 9:49 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely beautiful to enjoy for week dinner after holidays ! Thank you ! xo

      Reply
    8. Fitoru Keto says

      January 27, 2020 at 4:25 am

      5 stars
      These bowl recipes look so good and healthy! I'll certainly try these someday. Thank you so much for sharing!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        January 28, 2020 at 11:09 am

        Hi! Yes this low carb sushi bowl is not only easya nd quick to prepare but it is also healthy and quite delicious.

        Reply
    9. Jackqueline Terrall says

      February 29, 2020 at 3:44 am

      5 stars
      Hey, you did a great job with the Low Carb Sushi Bowl Recipe.
      It helped me and my friend Fidelia a lot in our Keto Diets.

      Reply

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