Iwashi is another fish commonly seen at sushi restaurants nowadays. It is however, not a traditional Edomae-style fish as it…
How to prepare Mako Garei/Karei ( 真子鰈) for Nigiri Sushi
The write up for Mako Garei can be found alongside Hirame as they both are flatfish. It can be found…
How to prepare Shima Aji (縞鯵) for nigiri sushi
Another classic Edomae fish, Shima Aji or striped jack mackerel, fish with firm and luscious flesh with just the right…
How to prepare Olive Flounder (Hirame/平目/ヒラメ) for Nigiri Sushi
The world of flatfishes is complicated as it consists of 11 families and over 500 species so let’s try and…
How to prepare Sanma ( さんま/サンマ / 秋刀魚) for Nigiri Sushi
Sanma or Pacific Saury is not a traditional Edomae fish served as sushi. More famous for being grilled with salt,…
How to Prepare Botanebi (ぼたんえび) for Nigiri Sushi
In season during autumn and spring, Botanebi, or Pandelus Nipponesis, are shrimp that live at depths between 300 to 500…
How to prepare Cornet Fish (Yagara/矢柄/やがら) for Nigiri Sushi
The cornetfish/cornet fish, also know as Yagara or Red Yagara (赤やがら) is not a traditional fish used in Edomae sushi.…
