The Sushi Kit (Hardcover)

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Editorial Reviews

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Packaged with chopsticks, a rolling mat, a rice paddle and surprisingly attractive dipping bowls, this slim volume is the ultimate holiday gift for any sushi fan who longs to roll his own. Although it contains simple recipes for favorites such as Kappa Maki (cucumber roll) and Spicy Tuna Roll, this book does not offer much for the culinary adventurer. What it does provide, however, is foolproof, step-by-step instructions on how to make flawless Sushi Rice (the secret is to cool it quickly at the end, using a handheld fan) and a best-practices guide on choosing fish for sushi ("buy whole fish and fillet at home when possible," and make sure the fish has glossy scales and "bright, clear eyes"). It also provides a short but comprehensive glossary, which clarifies the difference between ocha (green tea) and onigiri (rice ball), and also makes for an excellent cheat-sheet at a Japanese restaurant. Nevertheless, the most exciting part of this package isn't really the book-it's all the neat sushi paraphernalia it comes with.
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Product Description

Freshly made California rolls are just a few steps away with this sophisticated kit, which demystifies the preparation of sushi at home. The 80page book contains detailed instructions for making a full menu of favorites, from sashimi to futomaki. The kit presents all the functional, beautifully designed tools traditionally used for sushi preparation and serving: rolling mat, rice paddle, plastic molds, glazed serving plate, reusable chopsticks, and dipping bowls.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 80 pages
• Publisher: Running Press; Book and Access edition (December 13, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762413530
• ISBN-13: 978-0762413539
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 6.7 x 4.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #454,531 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars For novices only, September 9, 2003

By	"safetydog" (Baltimore, MD United States) - See all my reviews

This kit is a small book coupled with a few small items that assist in the preparation and serving of sushi.
I was disappointed by the brevity of the book. It can be read from cover to cover in 15 minutes. The book contains rudimentary info on sushi history, etiquette, and preparation. Some recipes are included, which would be useful if you have never seen or eaten sushi before. However, if you've eaten sushi a couple of times or more, then this book won't be of much interest to you.
The non-book portion of the kit is not spectacular, either. While the miniature bowls, plate, paddle, etc. are fine, they are not essential for preparing sushi at home and will collect dust most of the time. The only item I thought really useful and unique to sushi preparation is the bamboo sushi rolling mat that comes with the kit. Keep in mind that this item can be bought elsewhere without the accompanying unnecessary items.
Sushi lovers will be bored by this kit, and sushi novices would learn more by visiting a sushi restaurant and watching the chefs at the bar.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent started for those new to sushi, December 27, 2004

By	Harold McFarland (Florida) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)    (VINE VOICE)

With an innovative approach to learning about sushi, The Sushi Kit comes complete with recipes and all the tools necessary to prepare those recipes. In addition to the book you get a mold to help make nigiri-zushi, a rolling mat for making maki-zushi, a rice paddle, chopsticks, and dipping bowls.

The first part of the book includes a lot of tips to help pick the right ingredients. Needless to say, picking the right fish can make a tremendous difference in the quality of the results. Following this is are short sections on Nigiri-zushi, gunkan, maki-zushi, kappa-maki (cucumber roll), California roll, teriyaki chicken roll, preparation instructions, serving suggestions, and a glossary.

These are easy recipes to prepare and although there are few actual recipes it is easy enough to work from the base provided here to create your own favorites. This book is primarily for the novice as it does not contain very many recipes and all the ones included are both common and easy to prepare without mistakes. With easy to follow instructions and delicious results, The Sushi Kit is recommended for the novice or the average person who just wants to prepare their own at home on occasion.

2.0 out of 5 stars What the heck?Is this it?, February 16, 2010

By	Madasen Dowler "Maddy" (WA) - See all my reviews

Amazon Verified Purchase

So i ordered this for my dads birthday and he really likes sushi. I was excited when i found this on amazon it said it came with a book,rolling mat, etc. Well i got it a few days ago and all i got was the book i was hoping for the other parts but they haven't come. i ordered it with standard shipping but i think it was supposed to come together. anyway ill talk about the book. its really short and i say doesn't have the normal recipes only a few. I would have liked to know what i was supposed to get before i bought this and what was in it