Making sushi at home may appear like a tough thing to try but trust me that rolling is the hardest part of all. You can make perfect sushi rice with some practice and you may be excused for not cutting fish and veggies like a chef. After all, you don’t care much about the presentation at home. One thing my …
What Tea is Served at Sushi Restaurants?
After reading our blog you now know all the details about sushi and how to eat it. But what about drinks with sushi? Of course, besides sake, the usual drink is tea. But have you ever wondered what is a typical tea served at sushi restaurants? The typical tea you will get in any sushi restaurant is – mild green …
What are Unagi And Anago? (eel)
If you haven’t eaten freshwater or seawater eel before, it may make you go ‘ewww’ with its slimy appearance. However, if you have tasted it in some Japanese cuisine then you probably know how good it tastes. In fact, eel is rarely served raw and the pieces are usually steamed or marinated in some way before being used. So, what …
What Is In A Spicy Tuna Roll?
If you have ever been to Japan or have a Japanese friend as I do, you will know for sure that spicy tuna roll is a staple food in the country. They are sold at restaurants, sushi bars, and even at grocery stores. People like to make them at home for lunch, dinner, and even pack them in bento boxes …
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 …
Is All Sushi Raw Or Cooked?
Raw seafood has been a treasured delicacy and a key ingredient in many southeast Asian dishes, sushi included. The raw ingredients give the dishes a unique light, clean, and fresh taste. However, if you are new to sushi or you want to give it a shot but for some reason, the thought of raw ingredients churns your stomach, there is …