Is sashimi a type of sushi?

Technically, sashimi isn’t a type of sushi because it contains no rice. We're including it in our sushi guide because it plays an important role in Japanese cuisine. Sashimi is thinly sliced fish or meat, often served raw. It can be any type of meat, but fish and seafood are the most common types of sashimi.

Is sushi a raw fish?

Sushi is a Japanese dish that features medium-grained rice cooked in vinegar, served with raw or cooked seafood and a variety of toppings or fillings. Contrary to popular belief, rice is the main component of sushi, not raw fish.

What are sushi rolls?

Sushi is a collection of Japanese dishes featuring vinegared rice and ingredients like raw fish, vegetables, and cooked elements like tamagoyaki, sweet rolled omelet. Sushi rolls come in all shapes and sizes, from large, multicolored futomaki, to simple, elegant nigiri.

What are the different types of sushi?

Hosomaki - Any small maki roll with only one filling is considered hosomaki sushi. Kappa Maki - This popular maki roll is made with seaweed, rice, and a cucumber filling. Tekka Maki - There are just three ingredients in tekka maki — seaweed, rice, and raw tuna. Futomaki - Futomaki means "fat roll" and this maki contains several fillings.