Copycat Californian Rollwich Recipes

CALIFORNIA ROLLWICH FOR KIDS

Steps:

• Avocado Spread:.
• Scoop the flesh from the avocado and mash, mixing with a dash of lemon or lime juice.
• Mix in diced tomatoes and optional vegetables.
• Set aside.
• Rollwich:.
• Spread the tortilla or pita with mayonnaise, leaving at least 1/2 inch around the outside.
• Spread avocado spread over mayonnaise.
• Top spread with shredded lettuce.
• Carefully place turkey or ham slices on top of topping (leaving room on the edge for rolling).
• Add cheese strips down the middle.
• Carefully roll the tortilla into a wrap.
• Cut into two pieces.

COPYCAT JOHN ALDEN ROLLWICH

Steps:

• Spread the mayonnaise on the tortilla, making sure to leave at least 1/2 inch around the outside.
• Glop on a thin layer of cranberry sauce, but enough that it's fully covered. If you mash the cranberry sauce with a fork it seems to spread more easily.
• Add the turkey and a thin layer of lettuce (or spinach).
• Place the 3 tomato slices in a line down the center of the tortilla.
• Make sure you don't fill the tortilla too full or get too close to the edge, or it won't wrap properly!
• Carefully roll the tortilla into a wrap. Cut into two pieces, if desired.
• Dig in and enjoy a taste of New England!

COPYCAT CALIFORNIAN ROLLWICH

Steps:

• Spread the mayonnaise on the tortilla, making sure to leave at least 1/2 inch around the outside.
• Scoop the flesh from the avocado and mash, mixing with a dash of lemon juice to preserve color. You should end up with about 1 1/2-2 Tablespoons mashed avocado. If your avocado is larger just save the rest for another sandwich!
• Spread avocado over mayonnaise.
• Add the turkey and a thin layer of lettuce or sprouts.
• Place the 3 tomato slices in a line down the center of the tortilla, if using.
• Make sure you don't fill the tortilla too full or get too close to the edge, or it won't wrap properly!
• Carefully roll the tortilla into a wrap. Cut into two pieces, if desired.
• Enjoy a taste of sunny California.

CALIFORNIA SUSHI ROLLS

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, combine rice and water; let stand for 30 minutes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from the heat. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes., Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine the vinegar, sugar and salt, stirring until sugar is dissolved., Transfer rice to a large shallow bowl; drizzle with vinegar mixture. With a wooden paddle or spoon, stir rice with a slicing motion to cool slightly. Cover with a damp cloth to keep moist. (Rice mixture may be made up to 2 hours ahead and stored at room temperature, covered with a damp towel. Do not refrigerate.), Sprinkle toasted and black sesame seeds onto a plate; set aside. Place sushi mat on a work surface so mat rolls away from you; line with plastic wrap. Place 3/4 cup rice on plastic. With moistened fingers, press rice into an 8-in. square. Top with one nori sheet., Arrange a small amount of cucumber, crab and avocado about 1-1/2 in. from bottom edge of nori sheet. Roll up rice mixture over filling, using the bamboo mat to lift and compress the mixture while rolling; remove plastic wrap as you roll., Remove mat; roll sushi rolls in sesame seeds. Cover with plastic wrap. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make eight rolls. Cut each into eight pieces. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi and ginger slices if desired.