A western version of sushi called new generation sushi or gen sushi is a nice offshoot of the normal eastern dish. Gen sushi caters for the need of western public which is usually reluctant to try out fish in raw form. By blending different versions of vegetables and cooked fish the western people can also try sushi. Keep in mind the following points before trying gen sushi.
Gen sushi has taken on a decidedly western technique when it comes to sushi creation, adding area-specific ingredients and changing the shape, size and presentation format laid out by Japanese inventors. Crazy combinations of ingredients can be found inside sushi rolls, with names like the Caterpillar roll, Spider roll and even the style of sushi has changed.
The traditional Japanese reverence for good quality food in small portions has dissipated in America, with sushi bars deferring to the American-sized appetite and attraction to colorful food in big portions.There is a specific way in which sushi should be eaten, whatever form it may be in. There are methods to eat sushi in a polite manner in the Japanese culture, and it is also observed in the western restaurants as well.
For instance while sharing a common sushi platter, never pass sushi from one chopsticks to another. This activity is marked only at funerals and while eating, this looks very rude.
Carefully place your chopsticks on the edge of your plate or in the provided holders. Chopsticks should not be placed on the edge of your plate with its base touching the table. Similarly, never whittle your chopsticks.
Another subtle error is to waste food, as it is against the culture of Japan to waste food. Therefore, you should add enough soya sauce that is needed.
You should be careful to finish off the food that you ordered, so no food is wasted as it is considered bad manners.
Gen sushi is available at a specialty sushi store, although many grocery stores and Asian markets do have stock for sushi now. It is also available in restaurants which specialize in this style of sushi, or you can simply visit a traditional sushi restaurant.Whether you are looking for a healthy alternative, enjoy Asian cuisine or just like to experience different styles of food, Sushi has proven to be the answer for many Americans. With its low fat, healthy character and delicious taste sushi really is the food of the future – even though it’s been around for more than a thousand years!
Ingrid Preube
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