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What are the 3 main types of sushi?


You’ll either see it as maki (which means roll), where the seaweed is on the outside, uramaki, where the seaweed is on the inside and rice is on the outside, or temaki, a cone-shaped piece of sushi that’s rolled by hand.

What is the most common type of sushi?

Nigirizushi or Nigiri sushi is of the most traditional form of sushi you’ll see. This type of sushi consists of a single topping (of your choosing) placed over palm-pressed sushi rice.

Is there different types of sushi?

To many, Sushi is just a bit of rice, some raw tuna, or fish. However, there are actually lots of different types of sushi. Whether you’re visiting the sushi mothership that is Japan or picking up a tray from your local supermarket, it is essential to know your chirashi from your maki and your nigiri from your sashimi.

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