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Sushi’s Delicious and Exciting History

Tempting sushi rolls are loved all over the world. Besides being extremely tasty, they are light and very nutritious. They also come in small portions, which is ideal for socializing, while having a tasty snack. But sushi rolls also have a rich history, unbreakable with Japanese culture and cuisine, which you may not have known much about until now.

From China to Japan

Although most people will assume that sushi originated in Japan, this is not the case. Sushi has its origins in Chinese rice fields. Long ago, fish were placed in rice to ferment in order to slow down the growth and development of bacteria. At that time, people had no habit of enjoying today’s tasty mixture of fish and rice. On the contrary, when eating, they would discard the rice because it was only used for wrapping and preserving fish. Under Chinese influence, Japan adopted this practice, and sushi as we know it today began to be eaten as fast food in the 19th century. After the development of the cooling system, the sushi masters began to explore ways of preparing fish, so today we have the opportunity to enjoy more than 100 different types of sushi.

From Fermented Fish to Sushi

Japanese chefs have created many imaginative culinary wonders from pickled fish and set new standards for blending various flavors and ingredients. A new major step in the evolution of sushi was the introduction of rice vinegar, which finally made it possible to prepare fresh, not pickled fish. Known for its antibacterial properties, rice vinegar is great for removing bacteria and parasites from raw fish. For an even better and more delicious snack, the amount of rice in the rolls has also increased. The sushi the whole world enjoys today is an extremely nutritional dish, rich in protein and unsaturated fats such as omega-3 fatty acids. Since fresh fish is used nowadays, restaurants must meet extremely strict standards, and sushi masters must be properly educated.

Through China and Japan, sushi rolls have found their way to our beautiful Mediterranean. In the Carrarina Poljana square, at the heart of Diocletian’s Palace, you can now enjoy a wide selection of completely irresistible sushi rolls. Have you tried them yet? If not, book your table because once you come, you’ll be eager to return!

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