Sushi is one of the most popular dishes at the moment. This Japanese delicacy has firmly entered the gastronomic traditions of many countries of the world. The taste and composition of the rolls are amazing. "California" and "Philadelphia" are perhaps the most popular varieties of this dish.
A bit about California
Delicious and at the same time useful are the products that are part of the rolls. "California" is one of the sushi options that are cooked with rice out. This dish appeared in 1973. And, strangely enough, it was invented in the USA, then it became widespread in Europe and only after that they learned about it in Japan - in the land of land. The authorship belongs to the cook Itiro Masita.
The composition of the rolls "California"
Sushi is not only delicious, but also incredibly healthy, because they consist of nutritious and nutritious foods. It will help to recognize the components of a dish such as "California" (rolls), photo. The composition of this dish is as follows:
- pressed nori seaweed;
- boiled rice for sushi;
- dressing from rice vinegar and sugar;
- peeled fresh cucumber;
- avocado pulp;
- crab meat (can be replaced with crab sticks);
- tobiko or sesame for decoration;
- wasabi, soy sauce and ginger as flavoring additives.
How to cook California
If at first sushi seemed something outlandish, subject only to a professional chef, now lovers of this dish have mastered all the secrets of cooking. The composition of the California rolls is such that everything you need can be purchased at any supermarket. The cooking process involves the following steps:
- Prepare a bamboo mat in advance (approximately 20 x 20 cm) by wrapping it with cling film so as not to stain it;
- boil rice for sushi according to the instructions on the package, and when it cools, mix with dressing from rice vinegar and sugar;
- cut all the components of the filling (cucumber, avocado and crab meat) into thin strips;
- on a pre-prepared rug, put a thin layer of rice on an area the size of a nori sheet;
- put pressed algae on top and gently squeeze;
- slightly departing from the edge of the nori sheet, lay out the filling over the entire width;
- Using a rug, gently roll the roll, giving it a neat rounded shape;
- the resulting roll must be rolled in flying fish caviar or sesame;
- at the final stage, you should cut the roll into portioned slices and carefully lay on a dish.
A bit about Philadelphia
Despite the fact that sushi is an original Japanese dish, from the USA rolls "California", "Philadelphia" came to us. Their composition is somewhat different. The last dish was named according to the American state in which it was invented about 70 years ago. Some people believe that the name "Philadelphia" was given to the roll because of the cheese of the same name, which is included in its composition.
The idea of creating this roll is based on the fact that the Americans did not like the specific taste and smell of nori, and therefore the sushi cook decided to hide them inside. To give the dish a beautiful look and rich taste, it was decided to use salted salmon and cream cheese. Chefs and amateurs were constantly experimenting, adding new ingredients to Philadelphia. To date, there are several dozen varieties of this dish.
The composition of the rolls "Philadelphia"
The Philadelphia rolls are characterized by a fairly rich composition. At home, preparing this dish is quite simple. The main thing is to get all the necessary ingredients. Their list is as follows:
- special round rice for sushi;
- pressed nori seaweed;
- raw or slightly salted salmon (it is better to put fresh fish in the filling, but it is recommended to use a more saturated taste option for decoration);
- cream cheese (not only Philadelphia, but Mascarpone is also suitable);
- some dryers prefer to add cucumber or avocado to the filling;
- soy sauce, wasabi and pickled ginger.
How to make Philadelphia
It’s probably hard to find someone who wouldn’t like Philadelphia rolls. A photo of this dish instantly excites appetite. Of course, you can enjoy sushi in a restaurant with pleasure, but it is much more interesting to cook them yourself. To do this, perform the following sequence of actions:
- as in the previous case, you need to boil special rice, and then season it with rice vinegar with a little sugar and salt;
- all the components of the filling (fish, as well as vegetables, if you want to use them) need to be cut into strips;
- part of salmon is cut into wide slices to use for decoration; moisten a bamboo mat with water or wrap it with cling film for greater hygiene;
- put the rice on the mat with a thin layer, then cover it with a sheet of nori (you can do otherwise - distribute the rice along the algae, and then gently turn the sheet with the groats down);
- put a strip of cream cheese in the center of the sheet, and then put all the other ingredients along it (sometimes the filling consists of only Philadelphia);
- twist the roll using a bamboo mat;
- the finished roll should be wrapped in pre-cooked slices of salted fish (if salmon is present in the filling, you can limit yourself to sprinkling sesame seeds on the roll);
- now it remains to chop sushi and put them on a dish.
Useful Tips
The most delicious rolls are those that are prepared with your own hands. To make the dish perfect, follow these recommendations:
- rolls should be of such a size that you can completely put them in your mouth without biting;
- do not stir wasabi in soy sauce, as many people are used to doing - these additives are used separately;
- so that when cutting sushi retained an attractive shape, the knife should be well sharpened;
- following Japanese traditions, all ingredients should have the same proportions, which will affect not only the appearance of the dish, but also the taste;
- during the preparation of the rolls, the rice should be warm (if it has cooled down very much, it must be heated);
- do not abuse ginger and wasabi, because their sharpness can interrupt the delicate taste of the sushi themselves;
- rolls - this is a perishable dish, and therefore you need to use it within 6 hours after cooking.
Conclusion
The composition of the California and Philadelphia rolls is gourmet, and is also characterized by its exceptional benefits. These dishes are interesting in terms of the cooking process, as well as the origin. Few people know that everyone's favorite Japanese dishes were actually invented in the United States. Nevertheless, from this they did not lose their refined taste and oriental charm. And to learn how to cook delicious rolls at home is an invaluable skill, because you can spoil yourself and your loved ones with them even more often.