Chopsticks Buying Guide
Chopsticks
, the traditional eating utensils of East Asian countries, are now widely popular the world over. When eating with them, it is best to use your thumb and finger to manipulate the two sticks into a triangle shape; this will help you to pick up any type of food including rice
and sushi rolls
. It takes a little bit of practice, but once you learn how to use chopsticks, you may never go back to regular utensils!
Types
Chopstick Rests
Make Your Own Sushi
So now that you've mastered the use of chopsticks, are you ready to try making sushi right in your own home? It sounds difficult, but with a little experience and instruction you can be a master in no time.
- Make sure you have a sushi mat
, some seaweed
(for wrapping up your fillings),veggies
, and whatever fish
or meat
you plan on putting inside your sushi rolls.
- Sticky rice
is usually prepared separately using rice vinegar
or a rice cooker
.
- Don't forget an apron so you won't make a mess of yourself in the process! To cook in style, try the Fashionista Vintage Apron
.
- For more specifics on making sushi, check out this site; it details the process for you very thoroughly.
Ready to Serve
Make sure you have these last few items to serve your meal.
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Sushi Service For Two  Having some fun plates to serve your sushi on like the item above are great and make your dining experience even more enjoyable. |
Sake Sets  What's a sushi or Asian cuisine meal without sake ? Purchase some and then serve it in these great glasses. |
Chinese Soup Spoons  If you plan on having several courses with your meal, then these spoons are great for scooping up liquid in soups and broths . |
Wasabi Bowls  These work well for serving sushi or other courses in your meal due to their deep set shape. |
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