I know many people who will instantly think of raw fish and vinegared rice rolled in Nori sheet when they hear the word ‘sushi’. However, it’s worth noting that there are many options available for vegan sushi rolls and I don’t mean just cucumbers and avocados. My vegetarian friends often complain about not having enough options for sushi. So, this …
Can I Eat Sushi when I am Sick?
You’re a big sushi fan, and you want to eat sushi all the time, even when you’re sick? But can you eat it? Is it healthy? Imagine if you have a cold, or even worse, the flu, and you want to eat sushi so badly. The question is if you could eat sushi when you’re sick or would it make …
Toro vs Maguro vs Akami
Ah! Tuna. The perfectly sliced red colored fillet glistens like a precious gem when served as sashimi or used as a topping on nigirizushi. It looks and tastes incredible, no wonder the spicy tuna sushi is one of the most popular Japanese delicacies. But, do you know that all tuna pieces are not alike. Tuna flesh is graded depending on …
Does Sushi Contain MSG?
Sushi is supposed to be healthy. However, a lot of research has been conducted to determine whether certain sushi ingredients are harmful. One outstanding concern is that sushi may contain monosodium glutamate (MSG), a common ingredient in foods and one that is tied to a wide range of negative health side effects. Yes, it is true that most sushi contains …
What’s In A Philadelphia Roll And How To Make It
If you are a frequent visitor at sushi bars then you have probably seen or even tried a Philadelphia roll. You can tell from the name that this is not traditional Japanese sushi but a westernized creation designed to woo the foreigners. Whatever the case, you cannot deny that a Philly roll tastes heavenly. Made from smoked salmon and delicious …
How Much Do Sushi Chefs Make In Japan?
Slicing fish, cooking rice, and rolling them together don’t call for any skills or hard work. Is that what you think while munching on a perfectly made sushi roll? How hard can making a nigirizushi be? If you thought that the work of a sushi chef or itamae is a walk in the park then you are wrong. It takes …