Anyone else obsessed with Sushi? - Page 2

Carl R · 03-06-2004, 09:44 PM

OK, what kind of sushi should I order? I have tried it twice and both times I thought it very much tasted like chewing on grass. So what is the best or most common types?

Kaprikorn1 · 03-07-2004, 05:02 AM

Karl...

The "rolls" you get at a sushi joint are generally wrapped with the dried seaweed paper. That's the chewy, grassy taste you're talking about.

Just a plain slice of raw fish on top of a little "sushi rice" is the way to really experience the true soul of sushi.

I would recommend starting with tuna, yellowtail and sweet shrimp. These are all very mild and are very delicate and fresh tasting. Mix a little wasabi in some soy sauce, dip and eat.

If you like the "rolls" concept but not the seaweed taste...order a roll "naked" (minus the seaweed). I'm sure you'll enjoy.

The best way to proceed from there is to talk to the sushi chef. He is there to please you. Tell him you are new to sushi, try a few things, tell him what you liked and didn't, and ask him for suggestions. Many sushi-enthusiasts tend to get a bit snobby about it but the chef will not. If he were to not treat you with respect, he would lose face.

Don't be intimidated if other customers around you are rattling off orders in japanese. The chef will ensure you have an enjoyable experience.

Also...don't order the generic "hot sake". Good sake is best served room temp. Like other wines there are many different styles from sweet to extra dry. Approach this the same as you would any other wine. If you like very dry or a little sweeter, tell the chef and ask for his suggestion. A good start would be "One Garoshe" (OH-nay ga-ROH-shay), a medium dry.

Hope you enjoy yourself...Kam-pai!!!

Kap

"It's not easy being green"

antiquity · 03-07-2004, 12:16 PM

Raw flesh is gross.

Cooked or vegetarian sushi sounds good. I love ethnic food too, Vietnamese and Indian are my favorites. There are a lot of ethnic food restaurants in Florida.

mk99 · 03-08-2004, 06:37 PM

CarlR I would suggest Salmon or Tuna sushi. I think Salmon especially is probably a good place to start. Of course you can always eat California Rolls which have NO raw fish at all... imitation crab meat, avacado, etc. They're quite tasty too.

"Raw flesh is gross"

You've obviously never seen MY raw flesh.

antiquity · 03-09-2004, 12:56 PM

Lewis · 03-18-2004, 07:28 AM

I love sushi!

Has anyone ever tried brown rice instead of white rice?

-Lewis

marmalady · 03-18-2004, 02:20 PM

Lewis, I would think that the brown rice isn't 'sticky' enough to use - but hey, try it!

There's also a sushi dish called 'chirazi sushi', which means 'scattered sushi'; it's served in a dish, a base of rice, with all the toppings scattered on top - things like the nori seaweed, cooked egg strips, assorted vegatables, and even cooked shrimp or other seafood if you like. Pretty basic, but if you'd like a recipe, let me know.

_____________
If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other. - Mother Teresa

metronycguy · 03-19-2004, 07:21 PM

i like the sea urchin for some reason, has a strange taste to it, and of course the smoked EEL

KiranA · 04-11-2004, 10:43 AM

At one point, I was obsessed with it, specially avacado and yam tempura rolls.

But now, after over-consumption, I've developed an aversion to it.

Hopefully this too, shall pass

mk99 · 04-20-2004, 11:58 AM

Globe, I can see how one can overdose on Sushi in Vancouver. Incredible selection & value.

Vancouver has better sushi than anywhere in Asia... including Japan. Lucky you!

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03-06-2004, 09:44 PM	#11
Carl R Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Houston, Tx. USA Posts: 1,888	OK, what kind of sushi should I order? I have tried it twice and both times I thought it very much tasted like chewing on grass. So what is the best or most common types?

03-07-2004, 05:02 AM	#12
Kaprikorn1 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: S.F. Bay Area, Calif. Posts: 1,369	Karl... The "rolls" you get at a sushi joint are generally wrapped with the dried seaweed paper. That's the chewy, grassy taste you're talking about. Just a plain slice of raw fish on top of a little "sushi rice" is the way to really experience the true soul of sushi. I would recommend starting with tuna, yellowtail and sweet shrimp. These are all very mild and are very delicate and fresh tasting. Mix a little wasabi in some soy sauce, dip and eat. If you like the "rolls" concept but not the seaweed taste...order a roll "naked" (minus the seaweed). I'm sure you'll enjoy. The best way to proceed from there is to talk to the sushi chef. He is there to please you. Tell him you are new to sushi, try a few things, tell him what you liked and didn't, and ask him for suggestions. Many sushi-enthusiasts tend to get a bit snobby about it but the chef will not. If he were to not treat you with respect, he would lose face. Don't be intimidated if other customers around you are rattling off orders in japanese. The chef will ensure you have an enjoyable experience. Also...don't order the generic "hot sake". Good sake is best served room temp. Like other wines there are many different styles from sweet to extra dry. Approach this the same as you would any other wine. If you like very dry or a little sweeter, tell the chef and ask for his suggestion. A good start would be "One Garoshe" (OH-nay ga-ROH-shay), a medium dry. Hope you enjoy yourself...Kam-pai!!! Kap "It's not easy being green"

03-07-2004, 12:16 PM	#13
antiquity Moderator Join Date: Jul 2001 Posts: 14,540	Raw flesh is gross. Cooked or vegetarian sushi sounds good. I love ethnic food too, Vietnamese and Indian are my favorites. There are a lot of ethnic food restaurants in Florida.

03-08-2004, 06:37 PM	#14
mk99 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: toronto, canada Posts: 3,494	CarlR I would suggest Salmon or Tuna sushi. I think Salmon especially is probably a good place to start. Of course you can always eat California Rolls which have NO raw fish at all... imitation crab meat, avacado, etc. They're quite tasty too. "Raw flesh is gross" You've obviously never seen MY raw flesh.

03-09-2004, 12:56 PM	#15
antiquity Moderator Join Date: Jul 2001 Posts: 14,540

03-18-2004, 07:28 AM	#16
Lewis Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Boston, Ma Posts: 1,322	I love sushi! Has anyone ever tried brown rice instead of white rice? -Lewis

03-18-2004, 02:20 PM	#17
marmalady Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 3,988	Lewis, I would think that the brown rice isn't 'sticky' enough to use - but hey, try it! There's also a sushi dish called 'chirazi sushi', which means 'scattered sushi'; it's served in a dish, a base of rice, with all the toppings scattered on top - things like the nori seaweed, cooked egg strips, assorted vegatables, and even cooked shrimp or other seafood if you like. Pretty basic, but if you'd like a recipe, let me know. _____________ If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other. - Mother Teresa

03-19-2004, 07:21 PM	#18
metronycguy Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: ny Posts: 5,674	i like the sea urchin for some reason, has a strange taste to it, and of course the smoked EEL

04-11-2004, 10:43 AM	#19
KiranA Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 3,126	At one point, I was obsessed with it, specially avacado and yam tempura rolls. But now, after over-consumption, I've developed an aversion to it. Hopefully this too, shall pass

04-20-2004, 11:58 AM	#20
mk99 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: toronto, canada Posts: 3,494	Globe, I can see how one can overdose on Sushi in Vancouver. Incredible selection & value. Vancouver has better sushi than anywhere in Asia... including Japan. Lucky you!