Much of what we do, and much of what we eat, is not environmentally sustainable. Sushi is one area where what we choose to eat and where it comes from is up-front and center. Consumers can rationalize to themselves about where their beef, pork or chicken comes from, how the animals are treated, and the [...]
Unagi, or freshwater eel, is one of my favorite foods to eat. I enjoy unagi nigiri sushi, and love unagi donburi. Unfortunately, unagi is endangered and our current farming practices are unsustainable. Eating unagi is as irresponsible as eating bluefin tuna and ought to be seen in the same light as eating whale. You wouldn’t [...]
It’s important to use fish that is as fresh as possible when making sushi or sashimi at home. Tilapia is a very common fish to find swimming in the fish tanks at Asian supermarkets – it’s cheap, it doesn’t have too many small bones, and works quite well when steamed whole. On a whim, I [...]
Mould isn’t always a bad thing. Yes, it’s the disgusting fuzzy stuff that grows on our food when we keep it for too long. Yes, it’s the disgusting slimy stuff that grows in dark, damp places in the house. Yes, it’s the stuff that causes allergic reactions in people in old buildings. Yes, it’s part [...]
Preparing one’s own sushi and sashimi is a pleasure. It’s a good deal price-wise compared to eating out, and the act of prepping the fish, slicing it, and presenting it nicely on the serving platter is a very calming, relaxing experience. The enjoyment of the food at the end is, of course, a huge plus [...]
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