There is something so satisfying and yet mildly frustrating about making sushi. I realize this is counterintuitive to the spirit of the art of making sushi, so the first thing I need to work on is patience. I'll report back in 30 years with my progress on that front. 🤣
Secondly, I need to work on my posture. My back was COOKED after this prep session. Gotta work on that pain preventing form – I can't imagine doing this all day!
As for the sushi, this was my first try at rice on the outside, which was simultaneously easier than I expected and hard to get across the finish line. I could not get the rice to meet up perfectly and seal the roll. Any suggestions would be lovely.
This was also my first attempt at nigiri and sashimi. The sashimi was wonderful, and naturally very easy. The nigiri took a few trys to get that nice oblong bit of rice that held together. Next time I want to get some really nice, high quality soy sauce to brush on the fish like I've seen the pros do.
Overall, I feel good about how this turned out, and my lovely ladies agreed and enjoyed it very much! We even had the miso soup to start, and the 'wow, I ate way too much' to end it. Looking forward to next time. Thinking about dabbling in Tempura…
by GuyUnknownMusic
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Also not sure why this photo came though blurry….sorry y’all.
For your back:
* get fatigue mats
* get good support shoes
* work with a surface that’s at a comfortable height
looks good for a first attempt
Inb4 someone else says “you have to learn my address so you can send me an invite”
Looks great. Get a riser for your work area if its hurting the back so much
Looks amazing. I only ever did the hosomaki and fatomaki with vegan options or with fried shrimp. I’m looking to get some quality tuna and salmon to do nigri. This plating looks amazing, great job for a first time!
MY first time I didn’t even have a plate, I was so hungry I just cut it right there in the kitchen and ate it while doing it lol.