What is sushi and how is it prepared?
Sushi is a traditional Japanese dish consisting of vinegared rice prepared with a little sugar and salt, typically served with various ingredients such as raw seafood and vegetables.
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Sushi styles and presentations vary widely, and its main component is sushi rice, also known as shari or sumeshi.
Although it is a dish that originated in Japan, it is consumed in all Far Eastern countries.
Sushi is traditionally made with medium-grain white rice, but it can also be prepared with brown rice or short-grain rice.
MANY TYPES OF SUSHI ARE VEGETARIAN
It is usually prepared with seafood such as squid, eel, yellowtail, salmon, tuna, or crab sticks. Many types of sushi are vegetarian.
It is generally served with gari, wasabi, and soy sauce. Daikon or takuan are popular garnishes for the dish.
Sushi is sometimes confused with sashimi, a related dish in Japanese cuisine consisting of thinly sliced raw fish or occasionally meat.
BENEFITS OF SUSHI
- Sushi offers various benefits, including very few calories, a rich protein content, and the presence of vitamin B12, iodine, and Omega-3 fatty acids, which are considered 'good' fats for our bodies.
- Thanks to its very low calorie count and high protein content, this traditional Japanese dish is not only delicious but also healthy in many respects.