Behind the Dish

The California roll walked so this hand roll could run. Kani, the imitation crab that so many grew up eating—whether stuffed in sushi, tossed on salads, or even dropped into instant ramen—gets a bold upgrade. Mecha keeps it classic but levels it up with yuzu chili kewpie for a citrusy kick and crunchy masago arare for texture. Wrapped in seasoned rice and crisp nori, it’s a low-key, low-calorie snack with big-time flavor—because sometimes, the simplest things just need the right touch to shine.