[Topic of "Wa"]
Beef hegi-zukuri
Slice the beef diagonally into thin strips suitable for manual shaping into sushi by pulling the knife towards you.
How to shape sushi
Place the slice of beef in your left hand and apply some grated wasabi. Gently roll a ball of sushi rice with your right hand and place it on the beef. Flip it upside-down on your left hand and adjust the shape by pressing your two right fingers over the beef. Gently wrap both sides of the sushi with your left hand and press the top with two right-hand fingers to make the shape. Be careful not to squeeze the sushi too hard.
Kinome
Kinome is a young leaf bud that grows on the Japanese pepper tree. With its vivid green color, it is used frequently to add a colorful touch to Japanese cuisine. It is said that its scent gets stronger when slapped on your palm prior to use. |