Sushi
English 한국어 The Art of Sushi I will now explain in detail about sushi, Japan's most representative traditional dish. 1. Characteristics of Sushi Sushi is a dish made by placing neta (toppings such as fresh fish, seafood, or egg) on top of shari (vinegared rice seasoned with salt and sugar). The freshness of the ingredients largely determines the quality, and it is a highly delicate cuisine that requires a perfect harmony between the temperature of the rice, the firmness of the pressing, and the right amount of wasabi. 2. Origin The origin of sushi traces back to "Narezushi," a method originating in Southeast Asia used to preserve fish for long periods by fermenting it with salted rice. It later made its way to Japan and gradually evolved into a dish where the rice was consumed alongside the fish. The modern form of sushi we commonly know today originated as Edomae-zushi in the Edo period (17...