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What is Sushi Grade Tuna?

Sushi is a Japanese entrée made-up of small rolls of vinegar-flavored, cold, pre-cooked rice and served with raw fish and vegetables. It is highly popular in the East and gaining popularity at a rapid rate in the West. For sushi to be at its best, it needs to be made from fresh, high-quality ingredients, especially the fish. Let’s explore in …

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Tobiko(Flying Fish Roe)

I was slightly apprehensive about eating raw food until I developed a taste for sushi several years ago. However, the real surprise was not how good taste raw tuna or salmon tasted, but the delightful flavor and texture of fish roe (eggs), known as Tobiko in Japanese. Until then, I was unaware (many people still don’t know) about these crunchy …

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Tamago Sushi (Tamagoyaki)

Sweet and savory, fluffy and bouncy…that’s Tamago (Tamagoyaki). If you are a non-Japanese, the name may sound intimidating to you at first. This is the Japanese term for a rolled omelet, served as an essential part of Japanese breakfast or put in bento boxes. If you come to Tsukiji market in Tokyo on any fine day, you can see tourists …

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What is Tobiko Sushi (Detailed Explanation)

If you are a sushi lover that likes to experiment, you need to know what is tobiko sushi. Besides the traditional nigiri sushi and some other Japanese dishes like sashimi, some exciting sushi combinations often have fish eggs. So, what is exactly tobiko sushi? Tobiko sushi or flying fish roe sushi is a type of sushi that consists of fish …

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What Is In a Shrimp Tempura Roll?

The shrimp tempura roll is a common delicacy served in most fancy sushi restaurant. In addition, the shrimp tempura roll can be prepared at home if you have the proper ingredients. This delicacy comprises of crispy fried shrimp tempura and stuffed with scrumptious fillings. Shrimp tempura rolls are common among sushi lover’s courtesy of their crispy taste and the mouthwatering …

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What is Smelt Fish Roe on Sushi?

Fish roes are a common and popular garnishing on sushi. They are added on top of the sushi roll and stand out thanks to their vibrant colors. These fish roes are essentially fish eggs that have not yet hatched.   There are diverse types of fish roes, and each type is named after the fish from which it is harvested. …