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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 …

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What is Yellow Tail Sushi?(Explained)

There are so many options when it comes to sushi and one that I hear of regularly (that some people might not know of) is yellowtail sushi. I did some extra research on this one to be sure you have as much information as possible. With that in mind, let’s dive right in and explore exactly what yellowtail sushi is. …

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What Is Omakase Sushi? Read This First!

What comes to your mind when someone says Japanese food? I am sure most people will envision a delicious lump of rice topped with raw or cooked seafood. No wonder sushi is one of the most popular and widely accepted Japanese cuisines around the world. But, then what is omakase sushi? If you are new to the sushi experience, you …

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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 …

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How To Make Dragon Roll Sushi (With Vegan Recipe)

If you ask me to pick my favorite non-traditional sushi, I would say a dragon roll. The crunchy taste of shrimp tempura inside the roll is highly appetizing and the overall presentation looks eye-catching. As you don’t need sushi-grade fish for this recipe, you can make it anytime. While this western style of roll is not common in Japan, you …