Temari sushi is a delightful bite-sized sushi, characterized by its small, round shape and colorful toppings. These perfectly formed balls of vinegared rice are adorned with an array of ingredients, from fresh seafood to vibrant vegetables. The name “Temari” comes from its resemblance to a traditional and decorative Japanese handball, and due to its elegant…
Mushizushi refers to sushi where Barazushi (mixed sushi with cooked vegetables) is placed in a steamer and served warm. In winter, the steam rising from the steamer placed outside sushi restaurants in Kyoto and elsewhere has been known as a seasonal tradition in the Kansai region (western Japan). By warming it up, the sourness of…
The Spicy Tuna Roll is a type of Sushi Roll (Makizushi or Makimono) that features sashimi-grade raw tuna seasoned with a spicy sauce and other seasonings. It is then rolled up with Sushi Rice and Nori (roasted seaweed). This roll represents a fusion creation that combines traditional Japanese sushi elements with American preferences for bold…
In our mini-series of Japanese Cooking 101 in Kyoto, we are going to different stores from traditional to trendy, and show you a glimpse of the culinary scene of Kyoto in 2023. After we tasted delicious food at stores, we tried to recreate those dishes, not exactly but more in our own way, at home…
Kanpyo Sushi Roll is a skinny Sushi roll which has Kanpyo, cooked gourd, inside and Nori, roasted seaweed, outside. The strips of dried gourd are cooked in a sweet and salty sauce until very tender. The sweet taste of cooked Kanpyo matches very well with tangy Sushi rice. Kanpyo Roll is more well known inside…
Soba Sushi (そば寿司) is rolled Sushi made with cooked Soba inside instead of Sushi rice. The soba is seasoned with rice vinegar just like Sushi rice. This interesting and refreshing taste of a Soba dish may not be an everyday dinner, but it is a wonderful appetizer for special gatherings.
Inari Sushi or Inarizushi (いなり寿司) is a kind of sushi or rice ball. Sushi rice is stuffed in seasoned Aburaage tofu pouches. This recipe is an upgraded version with pretty garnish for festive spring occasions. (If you are looking for regular Inari, this is the one.)
Chirashi Sushi (Chirashizushi) is a kind of Sushi dish with thinly sliced Sashimi raw fish placed over a bed of Sushi Rice, instead of single pieces (Nigiri Sushi) or rolls (Maki Sushi). Chirashi Sushi is sometimes mixed up with Barazushi which doesn’t contain much raw fish other than decoration. While Barazushi is mostly vegetable Sushi…
Tamago Sushi (卵寿司) is Sushi Rice topped with sliced cooked egg and wrapped around with a strip of Nori seaweed. It is suppose to be a very popular kind of Sushi among kids and people who don’t eat raw fish, but really, this sweet Tamago Sushi is loved by almost everyone.
Spicy Tuna Hand Roll is a Sushi hand roll filled with chopped raw tuna seasoned with hot sauce. It is more of an American-style Sushi than traditional Japanese Sushi, yet it has become one of everyone’s favorites and a staple item on the menu at Japanese restaurants in the US today.