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 …
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 …
10 Best Beginner Sushi Knives In 2023
Do you know that the average life expectancy in Japan is over 80 years? And, do you know the reasons behind it? No wonder it is one of the cleanest countries in the world and health care is much more affordable, but the biggest reason is Japanese food rich in omegas and low in calories and cholesterol. Sushi has gained …
Essential Tools For Making Sushi At Home
There was a time when I craved for sushi almost every other day as it was such as exotic delicacy that looked eluding to me. But, every time I would think of heading to the restaurant, my purse cried out loud and tried to stop me in all possible ways. No wonder, dining frequently at classy sushi restaurant was not …
How To Prevent Sushi From Getting Soggy?
I love sushi and it pains me when my favorite roll turns soggy, loses flavor, or turns bland. The two most essential ingredients that constitute the outer texture of sushi are Nori and seasoned rice. However, it is unfortunate that sushi can turn soggy if left out for too long and this can result in loss of flavor. How to …
10 Best Sushi Rice Brand (Perfect For Sushi)
Do you know why sushi in restaurants tastes so good? It’s because they use the finest quality rice sourced from the most authentic places. When the master chef adds his unique touch, it becomes exotic food. If you want your homemade sushi to taste restaurant-like, then read on to find out the secrets. Perfect sushi is possible only when you …