When dining out at any traditional Japanese sushi restaurant, I feel awed by how they turn simple things into a sheer delicacy. Take the dried shavings of gourd or calabash fruit (Kampyo) for example, seemingly humble food that is hydrated, stewed and marinated in soy sauce and sugar to make it taste incredible. If you love eating sushi while dining …
Sushi Eel Sauce (Unagi) Recipes
It all started one Saturday evening when I was out to dine with my friends at a sushi restaurant and they gave us perfect pieces of bite-sized rolls drizzled with a thick sauce. It was so delicious that we almost licked all of it and asked the chef what it was, and no prizes for guessing – it was the …
What Is Gobo In Sushi (Recipes)?
If you are a crazy sushi fan like me then you have probably tried every possible ingredient including fish, seafood, meat, vegetables and fruits on earth. While I don’t mind retrying them, I am always on the lookout for some new and exciting ingredients. Today I will tell you about my latest discovery – Gobo sushi that I had in …
18 Ways To Make Sushi Without A Mat
I remember that when I started making sushi at home, rolling was what I dreaded the most because other things are put into test when you roll. For example, if the rice is too mushy or dry, you will not get a good roll, If the ingredients are too many, you will have a tough time rolling. Despite knowing these …
Do Japanese Put Sugar In Green Tea?
During my stay in Japan several years ago, I learned many good things such as perseverance and zeal for perfection that I try to imbibe in my lifestyle. One such thing that I follow and enjoy even today is drinking green tea – a refreshing and healthy drink that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. When I …
What Is Wasabi Made Of?
When you order sushi in a traditional Japanese restaurant, they will serve you rolls and nigiri with soy sauce and a spicy green paste. As you take a bite of the green thing, you can feel a zing whirl up to your nose and rock your inner system. Ever wondered why your body reacts so strangely to this plant-based food? …