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Sushi Links offers the best sushi resources on the web, as well as information on the history of sushi, pointers on sushi etiquette, and answers to frequently asked questions concerning sushi. You'll also find links to websites that offer a wide assortment of sushi recipes (and our very own, below). If you get lost use our Site Map.
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Exclusive Sushi Recipes Collection!
We are adding new sushi recipes every few days so keep checking back. These recipes are from one of Miyamoto's own renowned sushi chefs and will help you create the most amazing sushi rolls.
Sushi Rice Recipe — Often, up to 80% of product consumed during a sushi meal is rice. Getting your sushi rice right is a crucial element in successful sushi making at home. The proper preparation of the rice is so important that in our shop as well as most quality establishments there are chefs whose sole responsibility is to cook the rice.
 California Roll Recipe — Originally "California" rolls referred to the use of avocados in sushi makis. Today, the inside/out [rice on the outside] categorizes a California roll more than its contents. Garnishing the outside rice covering of California rolls offers the opportunity to add wonderful color and texture to your sushi presentation.
Philadelphia Roll Recipe - Philly Roll — A very popular roll is the Philadelphia Roll, or Philly Roll, named after the popular brand name cream cheese. It is a great combination of flavors and many of our clients like to have it for breakfast!
Japanese Sunomono Salad
This dish serves as a great accompaniment to most Japanese meals. Sunomono translates into English roughly as vinegared food. The following recipe is both light and refreshing. It is particularly good to eat in the hot summer months.
Cucumber Roll Recipe — For a refreshing departure from the sushi-in-seaweed theme, try wrapping your rice roll in cucumber! Cutting a good cucumber wrap is a bit tricky, but don't be daunted - it just takes a bit of practice to get it right.
Healthy Brown Rice & Shrimp Cones — Here's a very delicious shrimp and brown rice recipe that is also full of goodness! This is an informal variation that brown rice lovers in Montreal came up with. It is fast and requires no particular expertise.
 NEW — How To Make Sushi — SUSHI'S SECRETS — NEW PRICE $19.99!
This DVD is better than most sushi books! A unique experience!
The SUSHI'S SECRETS DVD is a fun, easy and entertaining way for you to learn how to make delicious sushi at home. Never before has an authentic Japanese Sushi chef and instructor revealed his 20 years of know-how like this. Following the step-by-step instructions you will be amazed by your own results. You'll enjoy rolling your own sushi and you'll also be able to delight your family and friends. 65 minutes of video! PLUS A FREE NUTRITION CHART!
Learn more on our Sushi DVD Page How To Make Sushi - Sushi Making DVD — SUSHI'S SECRETS
MameNori – Soy Bean Wrappers For Making Sushi
Mame Nori is the perfect solution for sushi lovers who may be allergic or have a distaste for regular seaweed nori. Mame Nori is a high-quality sushi wrapper that is made from 100% soy beans. Mame Nori also comes in 6 beautiful colors, so that you can add an artistic touch to your sushi rolls.
Soy protein is of the highest quality, but without the cholesterol and saturated fat. It can be the sole source of protein, without causing any nutritional imbalance.
Learn more on our Mame Nori Sushi Wrappers Page
NEW - Sushi Magic Sushi Maker - The Ultimate Sushi Making Kit
  Sushi Magic is the world's best home sushi maker! Acclaimed by home users and chefs alike, Sushi Magic is a complete sushi making system that really works. Each kit includes two sushi makers in one attractive gift box, free sushi lessons with techniques and secrets for making great sushi, and where to find and how to prepare sushi grade fish, seafood, and ingredients.
See our online demos!
SUSHI POSTER NOW AVAILABLE! Many people have asked us to sell a sushi poster and we have a great one for you from Kikkoman. Go to our new Sushi Poster page for popup pictures of the Sushi Poster and an easy form to use to order your Sushi Poster – and ORDER NOW to receive FREE SHIPPING!
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Sushi Question of the Month for Wesley Miyamoto
I am pregnant and want to know if it is ok to eat Sushi during this time?
– Bibi Björnstrand, Sweden
Wesley Miyamoto replies:
Underlying bacteria in raw fish can be hazardous and some parasite infections can cause terrible flu-like conditions, which can lead to a miscarriage. So unless you feel 100% confident about your favorite sushi shop or restaurant, it is best to avoid eating raw fish or shell fish during a pregnancy. But remember - there are many other cooked items and rolls that one can eat during this time, such as California rolls, smoked salmon, etc.
I have found some informative articles concerning this issue, and list them below.
Best regards,
– Wesley Miyamoto
Columbia University - The health risks of sushi and pregnancy.
WebMD - Can you eat seafood when pregnant?
Links To Articles On Pregnancy And Sushi
Many people have been asking about pregnancy and sushi and so we have developed a separate page exclusively for this subject. Please visit the pregnancy and sushi page for links to an assortment of interesting articles.
• If you have a question for Wesley Miyamoto, please send it by using our contact form.
• Previous sushi questions can be found in our Sushi Question of the Month - Archives Page.
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Sushi News
Unwrapping The Raw Truth About Americanized Sushi
(This article includes a very good nutritional breakdown of popular sushi items.)
While traditional sushi with raw fish is nutritionally impressive, it's a mistake to think sushi is a total dietary bargain. Just for the record, sushi does not mean raw fish. Sushi specifically refers to dishes made with vinegared rice, which traditionally includes fish (often raw) and/or vegetables, wrapped in seaweed. So the basic ingredients in sushi make it sound healthful and "calorically light," but that just isn't the case when you take American eating habits into account.
[read full story]
Latest Greatest Sushi Book
 Sushi for Dummies is a great sushi primer for those who want to Learn to make perfect sushi rice and the 10 most popular types of sushi today, including hand rolls, finger sushi, and sliced sushi rolls. And the recipes work beautifully! Sushi bar favorites like California Rolls, Rainbow Rolls, Spicy Tuna Hand Rolls - they're all here. Plus great information on what - and how - to order the very best sushi in sushi bars.
Mineko Takane Moreno, born and raised in Tokyo, received her degree in French literature. Her love of food has inspired a lifelong education in many cuisines, including Japanese, Chinese, French, and Italian. Moving to San Diego in 1973, she began teaching Japanese cuisine, with a specialty in sushi. She currently teaches dozens of sushi classes a year at seven culinary schools, including Macy’s, Williams-Sonoma, and Sur la Table.
Judi Strada has a bachelor’s degree in Russian studies, which led her to study other cultures through their foods. She was the food consultant and spokesperson for The Sheraton World Cookbook and The Culinary Festival Cookbook and coauthor of The Best of San Diego.
Stuffed with tips and tricks – you’ll roll, press, and mold sushi like a pro!
From rolling sushi properly to presenting it with pizzazz, this book has everything you need to know to impress your friends with homemade maki-sushi (rolls) and nigiri-sushi (individual pieces). You’ll find over 55 recipes from Tuna Sushi Rice Balls to Rainbow Rolls, plus handy techniques to demystify the art of sushi making – and make it fun!
Available at Amazon.com — Visit our Sushi Bookstore for more books.
Links To Articles On Sushi and Pregnancy
Many people have been asking about pregnancy and sushi and so we have developed a separate page exclusively for this subject. Please visit the sushi and pregnancy page for links to an assortment of interesting articles.
Latest Sushi Websites
Double Brush – Inventor of hand-rolled sushi candles, and the recently developed nigiri-style sushi soap.
Sushi Suki? – Explores why American and Japanese sushi are different. Also offers table manners.
Chef Matisse – Sushi guide, products and ingredients by celebrity Chef Matisse Selman.
Sushi Secrets features recipes, and a great Japanese language guide.
Vegan Sushi Party offers 4 great recipes, plus tips on makiing sushi.
Sushi Ichiban in Omaha, Nebraska. Look for the video clip of a sushi master in action.
Also see Yummi Sushi, just launched. Offers recipes and a history of sushi.
Miyamoto News - Sushi Pictures
To see some sushilicious photos, visit the Miyamoto Sushi Photo Gallery.
Sushi Links Website News
Below is news about the latest updates to our various sections, including some fabulous new sushi guides in our sushi tips section, and some new titles in our books section. But first we start with our Question of the Month for Wesley Miyamoto. Enjoy! |
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Most people associate the word sushi with raw fish – maybe because many sushi varieties are prepared using some type of fish or seafood. But actually, sushi is the marriage of vinegar rice to other ingredients. This section features links to the history of sushi, to sushi terms, to sushi etiquette, and to nutritional facts about sushi. You'll also find resources to locate the best Japanese Restaurants in the world, and our own recommendations concerning sushi restaurants in Montreal. [GO] |
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This section features our own Special Recipe for sipcy tuna, along with links to dozens of wonderful sushi recipes, including Spicy Tuna Roll, California Roll, Inside Out Rolls (Ura Maki), Shrimp Tempura Roll, California Special, Alaskan Roll, and Scattered Sushi. You'll also find links to sites that feature recipe archives for you to browse. [GO] |
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We have some great tips from sushi chef Matisse, our guest chef this month! Also learn the proper way to use chopsticks. Learn how to make Nigiri-sushi (sushi rice with a slice of fish on top) and Maki-sushi (a roll with seaweed outside) with some excellent step-by-step photo-guides we discovered at The Sushi Guide website. [GO] |
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What are the different kinds of sushi? What is sashimi? What are those other things I see on my plate? What do all these words mean? Find the answers to all these questions, plus many more, in our sushi FAQ section. [GO] |
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We've collected an assortment of the very best sushi books on the market, and linked them to Amazon.com so you can learn more about them with one click. [GO] |
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We'd like to hear from you and encourage you to send us any comments, suggestions, or questions you may have. Just fill out our Online Form and we will get back you very quickly. You may also use the Online Form to submit a sushi website you would like us to feature. [GO] |
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| Visit Miyamoto |
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Miyamoto Foods is a full-service Japanese retail & wholesale food distributor that provides fresh sushi daily for individual take-out, as well as for institutions and catering companies in Quebec, Ontario, Vermont, New York and Eastern Canada. [GO] |
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