Sushi can no longer be considered a fad in the Western world, and so it is only natural that Americans would eventually put their own twist on the Japanese dish; enter the California Roll Sushi Cake. It is a surprisingly easy meal to make and maintains the healthy ingredients that make such meals so appealing.
Created by Brandi Milloy of Popsugar, the California Roll Sushi Cake boasts all of the usual suspects found in sushi rolls including brown rice, crab meat, avocado, and cucumber. The inclusion of cherry tomatoes and micro greens are used simply for decoration. To get the shape of the California Roll Sushi Cake, two standard cylinder plastic containers are used. The first is to layer the ingredients inside while the second helps pack down each one.
Savory Japanese-Inspired Confections
The California Roll Sushi Cake is a Japanese Classic Twist
Trend Themes
1. Japanese-inspired Savory Desserts - There is an opportunity for chefs and food companies to create a variety of savory Japanese-inspired desserts that appeal to the Western palate.
2. Sushi Fusion Dishes - There is an opportunity for restaurants and food trucks to create sushi fusion dishes that incorporate other cuisines to attract a wider customer base.
3. DIY Sushi Kits - There is an opportunity for food companies to create DIY sushi kits that allow customers to create their own sushi cakes and other sushi dishes at home.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Restaurants and food companies can explore the creation of Japanese-inspired fusion dishes and DIY sushi kits to keep up with changing consumer tastes.
2. Retail - Retailers can explore the sale of DIY sushi kits and Japanese-inspired savory desserts for customers who prefer to cook their own meals at home.
3. Culinary Education - Culinary schools and online cooking platforms can create courses on how to make Japanese-inspired savory desserts and sushi fusion dishes for aspiring chefs and home cooks.