Japanese Chirashi Sushi (Sashimi served on a bed of rice)

Name: Japanese Chirashi Sushi (Sashimi served on a bed of rice)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 200 g Short-grain sushi rice; 280 ml Water; 30 ml Rice vinegar; 15 g Sugar; 2.5 g Salt; 100 g Fresh salmon fillet (sashimi grade); 100 g Fresh tuna fillet (sashimi grade); 80 g Cooked shrimp (peeled, deveined); 100 g Cucumber; 80 g Avocado; 2 g Nori (seaweed) strips; 30 g Pickled ginger (gari); 15 g Wasabi; null to taste Soy sauce (for serving); 5 g Toasted sesame seeds

Difficulty

medium

Time

50m

Price Category

expensive

Calories

Medium

Chirashi Sushi, meaning "scattered sushi," is a vibrant and delicious Japanese dish that offers a beautiful presentation of fresh sashimi over a bed of seasoned sushi rice. It's a less formal but equally satisfying alternative to traditional sushi rolls, allowing you to enjoy a variety of seafood in one bowl. This recipe guides you through preparing perfect sushi rice and arranging an appealing selection of fresh fish and garnishes. It's perfect for a special meal or when you crave authentic Japanese flavors without the intricate rolling technique.

Steps

Prepare Sushi Rice

Rinse sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well. Combine rice and water in a medium pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.

Season Rice

While rice cooks, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl and stir until dissolved. Transfer cooked rice to a large, shallow bowl or wooden hangiri. Pour the vinegar mixture over the rice and gently fold it in with a rice paddle or wooden spoon, using a cutting motion, fanning the rice to cool it quickly.

Prepare Sashimi & Garnishes

Slice salmon and tuna into thin, bite-sized pieces (about 0.5 cm thick). Slice cucumber and avocado thinly. Cut nori into thin strips.

Assemble Chirashi

Divide the seasoned sushi rice evenly into two serving bowls. Artfully arrange the sliced salmon, tuna, cooked shrimp, cucumber, and avocado over the rice in each bowl. Garnish with nori strips, pickled ginger, and toasted sesame seeds.

Serve

Serve immediately with soy sauce and wasabi on the side.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 350g
Calories	190 kcal	665 kcal
Protein	11g	38.5g
Fat	6g	21g
Carbohydrate	22g	77g
Fiber	1.5g	5.25g
Sugar	2.5g	8.75g

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Japanese Chirashi Sushi (Sashimi served on a bed of rice)

Difficulty

Time

Price Category

Calories

ingredients

Steps

Prepare Sushi Rice

Season Rice

Prepare Sashimi & Garnishes

Assemble Chirashi

Serve

Extra Tips

► Always use very fresh, sashimi-grade fish from a reputable source for the best taste and safety.

► Don't overmix the rice when seasoning; use a cutting motion to avoid mashing the grains.

► Arrange your toppings artfully for a visually stunning dish – it's part of the Chirashi experience!

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