Spicy Crab and Avocado Towers

Spicy Crab and Avocado Towers

Spicy Crab and Avocado Towers

Spicy Crab and Avocado Towers

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Crab Mixture:

  • 8 oz fresh lump crab meat
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped green onions
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Avocado Layer:

  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped cilantro
  • Salt, to taste

For the Rice Layer:

  • 2 cups cooked sushi rice
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Optional Garnishes:

  • Black sesame seeds
  • Chopped green onions
  • Thinly sliced red chili peppers
  • Soy sauce, for drizzling

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sushi Rice:

  • In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved.
  • Gently fold the mixture into the cooked sushi rice and let it cool to room temperature.

2. Make the Crab Mixture:

  • In a medium bowl, combine crab meat, mayonnaise, Sriracha, lime juice, and green onions.
  • Mix gently to avoid breaking the crab meat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Prepare the Avocado Layer:

  • In another bowl, toss diced avocado with lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt.

4. Assemble the Towers:

  • Use a round food mold or a cleaned tuna can with both ends removed for assembly.
  • Place the mold on a plate and layer as follows:
    1. Add a layer of sushi rice (about 1/2 inch thick). Press down gently with a spoon.
    2. Add a layer of avocado, smoothing it evenly.
    3. Top with the spicy crab mixture.

5. Garnish and Serve:

  • Carefully lift the mold to reveal the layered tower.
  • Garnish with black sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and sliced red chili peppers.
  • Drizzle with soy sauce if desired.

Notes:

  • For a more tropical flavor, mix diced mango into the avocado layer.
  • Substitute the crab with cooked shrimp or flaked salmon for variety.
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