Japanese cuisine has won acclaim all over the world. Some of the most popular dishes of the Land of the Cherry Blossom are sushi and sashimi. Some people wonder - whether sashimi is sushi? Although both dishes share common roots and ingredients, they differ in the way they are prepared and served, among other things. Check out the key differences between these dishes.

Sushi versus sashimi - what are the key differences?

To begin with, we would like to introduce the origins and history of both dishes. The former originated in ancient Southeast Asia. Thanks to methods developed for preserving fish by fermenting rice, it was possible to keep it for a long time. Over time, the technique evolved and became a culinary art in Japan. Sashimi is a dish that originated later than rice rolls - only when Japanese chefs began to appreciate fresh raw fish.

What we know about sushi?

• The dish consists mainly of a specially prepared, slightly acidic sushi ricewhich is the base for many of the side dishes in it. It is the rice that forms the basis of the famous dish.
• Sushi ingredients is not only rice, however, but also raw and also cooked fish, seafood, seaweed, vegetables, soy sauce and wasabi, among other things.
• Depending on the region and the creativity of the person preparing the sushi, the dish is served in the form of e.g. nigiri, uramaki, poppies, temaki or hosomaki.
• Best fish for sushi are: tuna, salmon, mackerel and halibut.

What we know about sashimi?

• The dish does not contain rice. It is served as thin slices of raw fish - often decorated with daikon radish or shiso.
• The basic ingredient in sashimi is raw fish or seafood: tuna, salmon, mackerel, halibut, octopus or shellfish.
• The pieces are cut with great precision to emphasise the freshness, texture and flavour of the ingredients hidden in this dish.

Rice or raw fish? Find out what to choose

In restaurants premium sushi you will find not only classic rice rollsbut also sashimi - Tender slices of fresh fish served without rice. Before you order, it's worth knowing the key differences between these Japanese specialities. This will help you avoid faux pas and consciously choose the perfect dish for you.

• Main ingredients: In sushi, it is rice that combines other ingredients (e.g. seafood, fish, vegetables and nori). Sashimi is exclusively raw fish or seafood.
• Preparation: To make Japanese rolls, the ingredients must be skilfully cut and the rice must be cooked according to strict rules. Sashimi, on the other hand, requires precision in slicing the fish to have the perfect thickness and shape of slices.
• Application: Sushi is usually served in the form of small, artistically arranged rolls on plates. They can be decorated with, for example, pickled ginger, soy sauce and wasabi. Sashimi is served on elegant, simple plates.
• Taste: when it comes to sushi, the flavour of the rice is delicately combined with the intensity of the fish. In sashimi, we have the pure essence of raw fish, the flavour of which we concentrate on. The absence of additional elements allows us to savour every bite of the fresh ingredients.

How to eat sushi and sashimi?

To fully enjoy the flavour, it is worth leaning into the topic of how to eat it. For sliced rolls, we recommend eating them with chopsticks or your hands - depending on the type of dish. Nigiri You can grab with your fingers and poppies with chopsticks. Also remember the following rules:

• When dipping nigiri in soy sauce, dip only the fish, not the rice. Excess sauce can overwhelm the flavour of the dish.
• Use soy sauce sparingly so that it does not dominate the fresh ingredients.
• Wasabi is only meant to enhance the flavour of the fish.
• Marinated ginger is used to refresh the palate between bites. Don't put it directly on the roll - eat the ginger separately.

Sashimi Traditionally, it should be dipped in soy sauce, sometimes with wasabi added. You can use chopsticks or eat the dish with your fingers - this is perfectly acceptable in Japanese restaurants. If you're still uncomfortable, come to our restaurant. W Sushi Zushi We will show you how to eat both dishes properly.

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