The History of Sushi: A Gourmet Journey and a Recipe to Make at Home 🍣

Today, let us take you on a fascinating journey through time to explore the history of sushi and inspire you to make it at home. So, put on your apron and get out your Björn knives 🍣🔪

It was in the 17th century that a chef named Hanaya Yohei 🧑‍🍳 revolutionized sushi by creating nigiri-zushi : vinegared rice pressed into small bites, topped with fresh fish. No need for long fermentations, sushi could be prepared quickly, perfect for Tokyo's busy inhabitants. And that's how modern sushi was born! 🍣🎌

Now why not try making your own sushi at home? Here’s a simple recipe to get you started, with the help of our Björn cutting tools, of course 🍣

What you will need:

-Sushi rice (500g)🍚

-Rice vinegar (100ml)🍶

-Sugar (50g)🍬

-Salt (10g)🧂

-Nori sheets🌿

-Fresh fish (salmon, tuna, etc.)🐟

-Vegetables (cucumber, avocado, carrot)🥒🥑🥕

Tools:

-Cutting board - see Björn cutting boards

-Björn kitchen knives - view Björn knives🔪

-Sushi roller or bamboo mat🍣

Preparation:

-Prepare the sushi rice

-Rinse the sushi rice until the water runs clear, then cook according to package instructions.

-Mix rice vinegar, sugar and salt, and heat gently until sugar is dissolved.

-Once the rice is cooked, spread it out in a dish and sprinkle it with the vinegar mixture. Let it cool.

Prepare the ingredients

-Cut the vegetables into thin strips on your Björn cutting board🥒🥕

-Use the Björn Santoku Knife to carefully slice fish into thin strips. Our knives are perfect for achieving precise, clean cuts, essential for perfect sushi.

Roll the sushi:

-Place a sheet of nori on the sushi roller or bamboo mat.

-Spread a layer of rice on the nori, leaving a free border on the top.

-Arrange the vegetables and fish in a line in the center of the rice.

-Roll everything up gently using the mat, pressing firmly to form a compact roll.

Cut and serve:

-Use a sharp Björn knife to cut the roll into even slices.

-Serve your sushi with pickled ginger, wasabi and soy sauce.