Sushi for Dummies

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Summary: It's all about the rice
Review: After many attempts making sushi at home, I gave up. I had great ingredients, but could never get the rice right; too dry, too sticky, no flavor, too much flavor. So when I saw this title, I knew this book was my answer to my sushi-making frustration. Everything I've made so far has turned out perfect: Spicy Tuna Hand Rolls, California Inside-Out Rolls, and the impressive-looking (and delicious) Shrimp Finger Sushi.

I enjoyed this book as much as I enjoy my new beverage of choice. Made from 100% organic soy, taste just like coffee and no caffeine. Finally, I got rid of that wired up feeling all day and feeling great. Look for it on the net by googling "s o yfee".

The author explained everything you need to know to make and enjoy sushi. I learned a lot about sushi bar etiquette and ordering, so I no longer feel insecure when going to a sushi bar. Highly recommended!

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Summary: Look out! Here comes the Sushi expert...
Review: After purchasing the book and reading a few of the recipes, I decided to give some of them a try for dinner. The instructions were so easy that I pulled off a sushi dinner for my family that they thought I had practiced making for days. I have taken a sushi making course before, but having the book with me while making dinner proved to be a much needed aid and I am glad I made the small investment. I have also been enjoying the other areas of the book that talk about Sushi Bar manners/etiquette, terms and definitions, and sushi party planning. Most cookbooks I have purchased are just used for recipies and not for reading or cultural education. This dummies book is actually interesting to read from cover to cover and gives the reader more depth than other cookbooks.

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Summary: I thought I'd be making sushi at home
Review: After years of my husband asking me to learn how to make sushi at home, I discovered Sushi For Dummies. Was I surprised when my husband started reading the book. Just as I thought he was going to give me a list of what recipes he favored for me making, he said, "Let's go to a sushi bar, I just read all about it and know what to do.". So hats off and thanks to these authors for giving me a night out. But I can't wait to make some of the fabulous sounding recipes at home, like Crystallized Ginger Creme Brulee, Sake Brownie Souffles, and Grilled Yellowtail Sushi Tamales with Spicy Mango Salsa.

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Summary: Simply the best
Review: As a sushi fan and amateur chef, I've struggled with this simple but challenging fare for years. This is the handbook I've always wanted. Concise, user friendly, smart and entertaining - here is the book that we've been waiting for.
I'm giving copies to friends and keeping mine right by my chopping block and rice cooker.

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Summary: I don't feel so dumb any more!
Review: This book is terrific. Sushi is all about technique and the authors have managed to convey those techniques clearly and simply. It demystifies the process and explains all those Japanese terms that I can never remember. I only wish it were bigger (next edition, Wiley???)

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Summary: Simply the best
Review: Wow. I just finished reading Sushi For Dummies, and was amazed at just how much I learned. The authors have created what must be THE most complete and detailed guide to sushi available anywhere at any price -- and they have done so in a highly readable way, with just the right amount of humor. If you've ever been curious about sushi -- all the different ingredients and styles of sushi, how to make proper sushi rice (an important step in the process, which merits an entire chapter in this book), safe handling techniques, cutting and storing, history and traditions, proper sushi bar etiquette, and much, much more, then you will do no better than buying this book. Five stars!