Hotel Cali recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBlue Sushi Sake GrillHotel Cali Recipe

Hotel Cali Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

tempura fried, spicy crab mix, cream cheese, jalapeño, avocado, sweet chili sauce

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Ingredients

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Tempura Fried Spicy Crab Roll

Method

Preparation and Cooking

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sushi Rice

    Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions and let it cool.

  2. 2

    Make the Spicy Crab Mix

    In a bowl, mix the crab meat, cream cheese, and finely chopped jalapeño until well combined.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Rolls

    Lay a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread a layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving about 1 inch at the top. Place a line of the spicy crab mix and a slice of avocado in the center. Roll tightly using the mat, sealing the edge with a bit of water.

  4. 4

    Tempura Fry the Rolls

    In a bowl, mix the tempura batter with cold water according to package instructions. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Cut the sushi roll into bite-sized pieces, dip each piece into the tempura batter, and fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Drizzle with sweet chili sauce and serve hot.

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