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Homemade Recipe for Sushi: Double Shrimp Roll (Inside Out, 8 pieces) - An Irresistible Delight
It is beyond yummy. COOKING TIME Total: 35 - 40 minutes Sushi Rice: 30 - 40 minutes Rolling: 5 minutes While this Double Shrimp Roll may...
Kaz Matsune
Nov 7, 20223 min read
Make sushi at home recipe: California Roll with Real Crabmeat
COOKING TIME Total: 35 - 40 minutes Sushi Rice: 30 - 40 minutes Rolling: 5 minutes When I founded Breakthrough Sushi in 2012, my goal was to offer authentic Sushi Classes that showcased the true essence of sushi-making. One of the first things that caught my wife’s attention was using imitation crabmeat (Kani Kama) in California Rolls. It led me to question why we couldn't use real crabmeat, especially since San Francisco is abundant with Dungeness Crab. My wife's curiosity m
Kaz Matsune
Oct 11, 20223 min read
Homemade Recipe for Sushi: New York Roll Is Also Known As Boston Roll (Inside Out, 8pc)
COOKING TIME Total: 40 - 50 minutes Sushi Rice: 30 - 40 minutes Prep (Shrimp): 5 - 10 minutes Rolling: 5 minutes New York (or Boston for...
Kaz Matsune
Aug 23, 20223 min read
The Ultimate Guide: Which Rice Should You Use for Sushi
When crafting the perfect sushi, the importance of rice cannot be overstated. At the heart of every exquisite sushi roll lies a bed of...
Kaz Matsune
Mar 29, 20223 min read
The Biggest Struggles You’ll Likely Encounter When Making Sushi for the First Time
(Team Building Sushi Class in San Francisco) One of the cuisines that millions upon millions of people enjoy originates from the Land of...
Kaz Matsune
Feb 22, 20223 min read
Sushi FAQ: What exactly is sushi vinegar? (2020 updates including FAQ)
You need to add sushi vinegar to turn rice into sushi rice. So, what is Sushi Vinger? Is it different from regular vinegar? Sushi vinegar...
Kaz Matsune
Jan 7, 20203 min read
(2023 Update) How to Cure Salmon for Sushi and Sashimi
Video Tutorial: Understanding Sushi Grade Salmon "Sushi grade" is a term used to determine if fish is safe for raw consumption. But how do you transform salmon into sushi grade? For wild salmon, freezing is required, along with an optional curing step, which is highly recommended. In the case of farm-raised salmon, some may require freezing while others do not. Curing remains optional. Given that salmon is one of the most popular fish for sushi in the US and Japan, this artic
Kaz Matsune
Jun 18, 20199 min read
Why Shark or Swordfish is Not Typically Used for Sushi?
( Kuruma Ebi, pastel drawing by Kaz Matsune) (original post from quora.com) While it's true that Swordfish can be used for sushi, including Nigiri and Sashimi, it's not as commonly seen as other fish varieties. The belly part, in particular, offers a delicious taste and can serve as a good substitute for Toro. The reason behind its relative lack of popularity in sushi remains somewhat unknown. In Japan, the preference leans towards
Kaz Matsune
May 7, 20191 min read
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