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Ika nigiri sushi
(Squid Nigiri Sushi)
Ika nigiri sushi is a traditional type of nigiri sushi. It consists of hand-pressed sushi rice that's topped with slices of squid. The dish has a rich flavor and a texture that is firm and slimy, slightly chewy but not rubbery. Traditionally, this type of sushi is eaten by hand in a single bite.
It's usually accompanied by soy sauce or pickled ginger (gari) on the side, and it's often served with a shiso leaf in order to elevate the flavors. Interestingly, tourists find this type of sushi difficult to eat, especially raw, but in Japan it's one of the most popular types of nigiri sushi.
Serve with
Pickled Ginger
Gari
Gari is the Japanese term for pickled ginger, the crucial element of every sushi meal. Because of its tender texture, translucent skin, and mild flavor, top-quality gari ... Read more
Condiment
Jiang you
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