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By Bonnie Friedman and Dave "D.K." Kodama Review by Cheri Sicard As the introduction to this book states, "This is a book about cutting-edge Japanese-inspired Pacific Rim cuisine." If, like me, you love this type of food, you’ll love this book, filled with all your favorite sushi bar and Pacific Rim favorites, along with some innovative and creative new recipes from the Sensei Restaurant and Sushi Bar (you can find one restaurant branch in Honolulu and two on Maui). The book begins with an extensive introductory section that familiarizes you with ingredients (and where to find them) and basic sushi making techniques. My only critique is that I wish they’d included some photos of sushi rolling techniques, as beginners might find it easier than the text instructions. The book is, however, peppered with delicious looking full color photographs that are sure to inspire you to start cooking (or cutting and rolling as the case may be). This is an inspired collection of innovative Pacific Rim recipes interspersed with more traditional favorites. Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar is the winner of 6 consecutive Honolulu magazine Hale ‘Aina Awards, as well as being names one of Bon Appetit’s favorite Asian restaurants and on of America’s best sushi bars according to Travel & Leisure magazine. Now you can make all your Sansei restaurant favorites at home. Chapters include: DK’s Sushi Classes; Sushi and Sashimi; Shikomi and Sauces; Small Plates; Big Plates; Sweet Plates. Sample Recipes from DK’s Sushi Chronicles from Hawaii Caterpillar Roll What else would you name a sushi roll that looks like the body of a caterpillar in different hues of green and yellow? Looks good enough to eat. 1/2 sheet, cut lengthwise, nori (dried seaweed) 1/2 cup sushi rice 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds, toasted 2 (1 oz.) pieces prepared freshwater eel (unagi), heated* 2 (1/4 x 5 inch) sticks Japanese cucumber 1/2 avocado, thinly sliced crosswise 2 tablespoons smelt roe (masago) *buy Unagi cooked and glazed at a Japanese market, heat for 2 minutes under the broiler Makes 1 Roll. On a clean, dry cutting board, place the nori, shiny side down and the short side closest to you. Spread the rice evenly to cover the entire nori. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Flip the nori over so the rice side is facing down and the nori side is facing up. With the short side still closest to you, evenly stack the unagi and cucumber across the bottom third of the nori. Roll the rice covered nori. Layer the avocado to cover the length of the roll. Place a piece of plastic wrap over the roll, then place a bamboo sushi mat over the plastic and shape into a squarish roll. Remove the mat. With the plastic wrap still on and using a sharp knife, cut the roll into 8 equal pieces (leaving the plastic wrap on helps keep the avocado on top). Remove the plastic wrap. Arrange the pieces on a plate in the shape of a snake. Top each piece with 1/2 tablespoon masago. Chili-Glazed King Crab Legs with Chinese Peas and Toasted Almonds This is another serve-it-on-a-big-platter, everybody-dig-in, family-style dish. The flavors explode in your mouth. For king crab lovers, this is da one! 4 cups sweet Thai chili sauce 2 tablespoons sambal (Indonesian chili paste) 1.4 cup minced garlic 2 tablespoons fish sauce (patis) 1/4 cup vinegar 4 pounds king crab legs, split in half lengthwise 2 cups snow peas 1.4 cup fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion, green part only 1 cup slivered almonds, toasted Serves 4 In a hot wok, add the chili sauce, sambal, garlic, fish sauce, and vinegar and simmer for 5 minutes over medium-low heat, until heated through and all the flavors combine. Add the crab and toss to coat completely. Increase the heat to high and cook for 4 minutes, until the crab is cooked and everything is hot. To serve, transfer the crab, vegetables, and sauce to a large platter and sprinkle the almonds over all. Hardcover: 244 Pages 2003, Ten Speed Press ISBN: 1-58008-467-2 Click here for purchase information |
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About the Author: Cheri Sicard is the editor of FabulousFoods.com, a favorite net destination for recipes, cooking tutorials, health and fitness information, holiday and entertaining ideas, celebrity chef interviews, cookbook reviews and more. Sign up for their free cooking and recipe newsletters! www.FabulousFoods.com |
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