When you open up a sushi-ya (sushi restaurant) menu, you may be confused by the variety of sushi. From the well-known maki sushi (rolled sushi) to delicate nigiri pieces, it can be hard to remember which is which.
It’s time to explore sushi types beyond the Westernized California roll and...
Bonito flakes - known as katsuobushi in Japanese – are a strange food upon first sight. They are known to move or dance when used as a topping on foods such as okonomiyaki and takoyaki. It can be an odd sight upon first viewing if moving food makes you squeamish. However, it is nothing to b...
Let’s take a closer look at the uniqueness of the three seasonings: wasabi, mustard and horseradish.
01 The uniqueness and preciousness of wasabi
Wasabi, scientifically known as Wasabia japonica, belongs to the genus Wasabi of the Cruciferae family. In Japanese cuisine, the gr...
Traditional diners eat sushi with their hands instead of chopsticks.
Most nigirizushi do not need to be dipped in horseradish (wasabi). Some flavorful nigirizushi are already coated with sauce by the chef, so they do not even need to be dipped in soy sauce. Imagine the chef gets up at 5 o&...
Wasabi paste is a common condiment made from wasabi powder or horseradish, radish, or other powders through processing and blending. It has a strong pungent smell and a refreshing taste. wasabi paste is generally divided into American-style wasabi, Japanese wasabi paste...
Fried pork chop is a dish of fried pork found around the world. Originating in Vienna, Austria, it has independently developed into a specialty food in Shanghai, China, and Japan. Japanese-style fried pork cutlets offer a crispy exterior that complements the deliciousnes...
In the vast ocean world, fish roe is a delicious treasure bestowed by nature on human beings. It not only has a unique taste, but also contains rich nutrition. It plays an important role in Japanese cuisine. In the exquisite Japanese cuisine system, fish roe has become the finishing touch of sush...
In the world of Japanese cuisine, summer edamame, with its fresh and sweet taste, has become the soul appetizer of izakaya and the finishing touch of sushi rice. However, the appreciation period of seasonal edamame is only a few months. How can this natural gift break through the limitations of t...
Arare (あられ) is a traditional Japanese rice snack made from glutinous rice or japonica rice, which is baked or fried to make a crispy texture. It is similar to Rice Cracker, but is usually smaller and lighter, with rich and diverse flavors. It is a classic choice for t...
As a must-have condiment in the kitchen, the price difference of soy sauce is staggering. It ranges from a few yuan to hundreds of yuan. What are the reasons behind it? The quality of raw materials, production process, amino acid nitrogen content and types of additives together constitute the val...
Spring rolls are a traditional delicacy that is deeply loved by people, especially vegetable spring rolls, which have become a regular on many people’s tables with their rich nutrition and delicious taste. However, to judge whether the quality of vegetable spring rolls is superior, it is ne...
Celia Wang
The sales team of Beijing Shipuller Co., Ltd will attend the Saudifood Show in Riyadh from May 12 to 14, 2025 to share the food culture from the East with friends in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia's warm cultural environment and open market make us feel cordial an...