Sashimi facts for kids

Sashimi

Traditional Sashimi

Sashimi (刺身 (さしみ)) is a special type of Japanese food. It is usually made from very fresh fish or seafood that has been sliced into thin pieces. While most sashimi is served raw, some types of seafood can be lightly cooked.

What is Sashimi?

Sashimi (pronounced "sah-SHEE-mee") is a popular dish from Japan. It is known for its fresh ingredients and careful preparation. The word "sashimi" means "pierced body," which might refer to how fish was traditionally prepared or how it is served.

What Kinds of Seafood Are Used?

Many different types of fish and seafood can be used for sashimi. The most popular choices include:

• Salmon (鮭, Sake)
• Squid (いか, Ika)
• Shrimp (えび, Ebi)
• Tuna (まぐろ, Maguro)
• Mackerel (さば, Saba)
• Horse Mackerel (あじ, Aji)
• Octopus (たこ, Tako)
• Fatty Tuna (おとろ, Otoro)
• Yellowtail (はまち, Hamachi)
• Puffer Fish Takifugu (ふぐ, Fugu)
• Scallop (ほたて貝, Hotate-gai)
• Sea Urchin (ウニ, Uni)
• Whale meat (鯨肉, Gei-niku)

How is Sashimi Made?

Making sashimi is an art! It is important to choose the freshest fish possible. The way the fish is cut into thin, even pieces is also very important. Chefs use special knives to make sure each slice is perfect.

Related pages

• Sushi

Images for kids

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  Sashimi combo served on a wooden plate, consists of slices of assorted fish flesh

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  Assorted sashimi: tuna, cuttlefish, and seabream

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  Plate of fugu sashimi (thinly sliced puffer fish)

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  Sashimi bōchō kitchen knives for sashimi

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  Goat meat served raw as sashimi

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  Thinly sliced "mimigā" (near) and "chiragā" (far).

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  A plate of dolphin sashimi

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  A plate of horse sashimi (basashi)

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  Beef sashimi

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  Chicken sashimi served lightly braised as tataki

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  Beef liver sashimi served with sesame seed oil and salt

See also

In Spanish: Sashimi para niños