Anyone else interested/experienced in sushi preparation?!
Anyone else interested/experienced in sushi preparation?
I love sushi/sashimi and would like to get into the process of preparing my own. Currently, I'm researching the basics... The biggest question I have is that it won't really be worth it unless I find a place here in the Midwest (Kansas City) where I can buy fresh fish/other Japanese food products.
I'm also open to any other comments regarding classes/DVD's/tips regarding sushi preparation!
Answers:
please contact Northern Haserot (restaurant supply company) for the best vendors of sushi-grade seafood. do NOT buy the stuff in the store, it can be dangerous. If they do not service your area they will tell you whom to call. I use them all the time.
You will need sushi rice (buy Nishiko brand or equivalent), wash, wash, wash, before you cook, the water must run clear... cook, and when almost ready sprinkle with rice vinegar (not too much!) and fluff with a spatula, let rest...
you must prepare wasabi paste, no big deal, I make mine using fresh root, but powdered form will do. Knead with water and do NOT touch your eyes afterwards...
You will need to buy Nori (seaweed wrapper, Hasreot will help you with that)
You will also ned a razor-sharp knife which you will dip in sesame oil before slicing fish...
I will be glad to help and make sure you do it right...
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I own and run an Asian restaurant...
No, I'm too scared to make my own. I'd rather just eat it! =)
I don't live in the area, but there is a Whole Foods Market in Overland Park, KS that should have all the supplies you need for sushi. You want:
Bamboo mat
Nori (dried seaweed sheets)
Cooked rice
"fillings" (veggies, fresh fish)
Wasabi paste (should be able to find that at Whole Foods. It comes prepared in a tube, or you can buy a powder and prepare it yourself)
Soy sauce
Pickled Japanese Ginger
And anything else you like with sushi.
Cook the rice ahead of time, and let it cool. Lay a piece of nori on your bamboo mat. Spread the cooled rice on the seaweed. Then lay a row of your veggies/fish on the rice, one inch in. Use the bamboo mat to roll all of this as tight as you can. Roll a little bit, then pick up the portion of the mat that is hitting the rice, and roll some more.
It's a little hard to explain, but with some common sense, you'll figure it out.
After it's rolled, slice it and enjoy!
I would also google a Japanese store in your area for more advice, and check online for a book or dvd to give you the basics.
(In repsonse to the answer above me, you should be fine to purchase fresh fish at Whole Food Market. They have top quality fish, and always keep things clean and food safe. But I do agree, don't just buy your fish anywhere. Make sure it is a reputable source.)
I love sushi too. Kansas City is a big town-you should be able to find sushi grade fish and sushi making supplies-go exploring.Call the chain supermarkets first and ask if they have those things,then check out ethnic stores-my Yahoo search showed several oriental grocery stores in your area.The Japanese consider the rice the most important part of the sushi,with the fish being a compliment.