A Guide to Eating Sushi for Beginners

The likelihood of knowing someone who loves to eat sushi is high, in fact, sushi’s popularity only continues to grow. It seems like it’s almost as popular as some fast-food restaurants. 

While sushi originated as a Southeast Asian dish, Americans can’t get enough. What was virtually an unknown food in the 1950s has turned into a billion-dollar industry. Whether you like it raw, tempura, sashimi-style, flash-fried, vegetarian, California, or poke-style everyone who loves sushi usually has a favorite but if you’re new to sushi you might be confused on where to start or how to eat it. There is no wrong way to eat sushi but what roll should you try first? Should you use chopsticks? 

First things first
Your sushi will typically be served with the following:

• Your choice of rolls
• Chopsticks
• Pickled ginger
• A generous dollop of wasabi sauce

If you have never tried wasabi, it is similar to horseradish, is strong, and has a distinctive taste. The ginger, however, has a very mild a pleasant taste, combined together they complement your rolls and bring out the flavor. 

Best options for beginners 
If you are unsure if you like raw fish, you might want to start out with safer options. These rolls are still delicious, fresh, and authentic. A California roll is one of the most popular sushi rolls for beginners because it is made with imitation crab, cucumber, and avocado. Here are some other great choices if you are new to sushi. If you are unsure of where to begin, ask for recommendations. 

• Philadelphia 
• Asparagus 
• Vegetarian 
• Shitake mushroom 
• Sweet potato 
• Avocado cucumber 

How to eat sushi
Pick up your roll with chopsticks, a fork, or by hand. Quickly dip the sushi in soy sauce, if desired for no more than 1-second so it doesn’t fall apart. Sushi should be able to be eaten in one bite. Enjoy!

Chiba Japanese Restaurant is a cornerstone in the Darien community and has been recognized for its outstanding Sushi cuisine, excellent service, and friendly staff. Our Sushi restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients. If you love sushi Chiba offers delicious choices as well as other dining options, takeout, and delivery. Stop in or order online today or call us at (630) 850-7848. 

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