Easy Sushi by Emi Kazuko, Peter Cassidy Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Easy Sushi
Book Review: It's ok
Summary: 3 Stars
I thought it would be a little easier then it presents it's self to be, You need a ton of supplies before really going anyware with this book, so it adds up. But besides that the receipes are great.Book Review: Not what I expected
Summary: 3 Stars
Well - EASY isnt exactly the word I would use to describe the recipes in this book. I got this as a gift for my sister who recently starting attemping her own sushi rolls. I was expecting the most basic recipes, instead these called for caviar, squid, and all kinds of other unusual foods that are nearly impossible to find unless you live near a fish market. There were a few good recipes and some of them she may be able to substitute a more common fish for something more exotic, but all in all, if I had to do it over again - I would get a different book.Book Review: Shopping suggestion
Summary: 5 Stars
I don't have this book yet, but I do have a word of advice for sushi-makers: there is a chain of Japanese supermarkets in the US called Mitsuwa. They are on the west coast & in Chicago, and may be in other places as well. They have EVERYTHING; it's almost more like a mall than just a supermarket. Frozen foods, fresh produce, packaged foods, a special pickle department, and a seafood department. Definitely NOT inexpensive seafood, but much of it is specifically meant for sushi/sashimi and is marked as such. And even if you're not a sushi maker--go. The place is an adventure!Book Review: Very helpful book.
Summary: 5 Stars
"Easy Sushi" sounds like an oxymoron, but it's not. I read this book cover to cover in our local library. The only reason I did not check it out or buy it here is simply because I have progressed to more difficult "rolls". It is this book that first gave me the inspiration to try making sushi at home. When you graduate to getting the rice on the outside of the roll, you can give yourself a big pat on the back. Until then, this is the best "starter book" to own. Some helpful tips for the beginner:1. Only buy flash-frozen or live fish. If you live on the coast this is easy, if you don't...In CO we have something called "par Avion"-fresh fish is flown in once a week. See if they do this in your area. You can always ask a local sushi bar where they got their fish too.
2. Always, ALWAYS learn the proper etiquette to eating sushi. I have offended many sushi bars with bad habits. (i.e. sushi rolls should be eaten in whole..no biting. and- never place your chopsticks on the counter. woops!)
3. You will make mistakes. Making sushi is like making origami...takes patience and practice.
4. Finally, when you've mastered the basics, buy yourself a lovely set of sushi dinnerware and some beautiful chopsticks-Heck! Show off those skills with a sushi party!
A pair of patient hands and this book, will promise you a fabulous new food and artform. If someone compliments your fun and trendy handywork, smile and say, "Arigato!"
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