Sea Urchin Sushi [Uni]
Katsuo
ITADAKIMASU Japan
Fatty Tuna with Green Onion Sushi [Negitoro Gunkan-maki]
Katsuo
Japanese Name and Pronunciation:
[negitoro gunkanmaki]
“Negitoro” refers to a type of sushi filling made from the minced or finely chopped flesh found around the backbone of the tuna, known as “Nakaochi.” It is a popular choice for creating Gunkan-maki, a sushi roll resembling a battleship.
Negitoro Gunkan-maki is made by carefully extracting the meat from around the tuna’s backbone, mincing it, shaping seasoned sushi rice into a rectangular mound, wrapping it with seaweed to form a boat shape, filling the hollow center with the minced Nakaochi tuna, and topping it with thinly sliced fresh green onions.
When enjoying Negitoro Gunkan-maki, you’ll experience a harmonious combination of flavors and textures. The Nakaochi tuna brings a rich and savory taste to the roll, while the green onions provide a refreshing crunch and add a subtly onion-like flavor. Together, they create a well-balanced and flavorful bite.
When it comes to Gunkan-maki, it is considered elegant to avoid tilting the sushi since the toppings can easily fall apart. Instead, a refined way to enjoy it is by lightly dipping the edge of the sushi rice in soy sauce. This method ensures that the flavors are enhanced without compromising the integrity of the toppings.
