Started as a process of preserving fish centuries ago, sushi has come into an artful, exceptional dining experience. In the past, dried fish was placed between two wads of vinegared rice as a method in preserving it.

The nori or seaweed was added later to keep one's fingers from getting sticky. The word 'sushi' refers to the rice, theoretically but colloquially, it describes a finger-size piece of raw fish or shellfish placed on a vinegared rice.

What’s wasabi?

Real wasabi plant is not very common, thus, a lot of people buy the wasabi horseradish at the store. Just a heads up, always buy wasabi in a powder form and not in a paste. There are added chemicals or ingredient s in the paste form. In some cases they mix it cornstarch and other Ingredients. Additionally, manufacturers don't even list all the ingredients and you are not sure what kind of water they mix with it. In this case, just buy the powder form and add water when you make sushi.

The Sushi Rice

Normally, sushi rice recipes will not always work on the first try. There is a big difference in the choice of cooking method you are going to use. Therefore, if you are using a gas stove and someone is using an electric rice cooker, there will be two different results. Sushi rice recipes must be a guide and you have make adjustments to fit your lifestyle.

Sushi

Always to keep in mind three main points when making sushi: Color, Flavor and Texture. If you were able to get those three factors in each sushi roll you make, you will be on your way to become a sushi master. Try to create contrasting colors, unique flavors and one-of-the-kind textures.

However, if you are dying to devour that delicious sushi, you can always grab one at Hanapaasuhi, Hawaii’s best sushi take out. Call us today and indulge yourself.