Sushi, how safe do you play?

[purplepoppy]

Sushi comes in many forms, but here I'm going to split it into four types, raw, pickled/preserved, cooked, and non-fish.

I'm happy to eat raw fish provided it's been handled properly but if I'm making it at home I'll use shop bought prefrozen fish or cured fish, occasionally I'll pickle a mackerel or a a garfish. I've pulled enough Anisakis worms out of fish to know it's beat to leave raw fish to the pros.

But I understand some people are screamish so how safe do you play?

So raw it's flapping

Pickled or preserved

I want it cooked

I'll take the veggie option

[Amy10223]

I was lucky to try sushi in Japan, at Tsukiji Market, which is as fresh you can go for where I was. It was at a Sushiya, and I was treated by some very kind friends. Melt in your mouth sushi, which was prepared by the chefs who brought out 3 pieces at a time for men and my friends. I had never tried the eel nor sea urchin, so those were new to me and I also had clam and some mackerel. Everything was great but the sea urchin, which was stronger and had a creamy texture, I did not like so much.

As long as it is fresh and prepared by experienced chefs, sushi is safe to eat.

[purplepoppy]

I've got some bad news and I'm not joking. Sea urchins have virtually no meat, it's the testes your eating.

[Amy10223]

Well, well. I know that they are very expensive because of how much the work it takes to get those gonads. I'm sure my friends know what they are, but I had no idea. I found this:
"Sea urchins belong to a group of marine invertebrates called Echinodermata, which means spiky-skinned. Animals in this group are known as echinoderms and include sea cucumbers, sea lilies, brittle stars and starfish, otherwise known as sea stars." They're spiky looking creatures. The taste was strong, but I thought it was the nori they were wrapped in. I didn't care too much for the texture but my friends loved them.
Spanish bull testicles I guess are a delicacy in Spain too, but I won't try those (criadillas).
Thanks for the MHO!

[PBandJ_Nerd]

I usually take veggie, grilled, or raw. I've never had pickled sushi before. The place at the grocery store makes it fresh everyday so there's less chances of food poisoning from raw fish. I also like the imitation crab & imitation crab salad rolls too.

[matchrestore]

I go for raw fish quite often, but only from sushi places I trust. They've been in business for a while and have generally good reviews.

[Fireguy17]

it makes good bait for fishing, so give me a burger anytime.

[purplepoppy]

Doesn't the rice ball fall off the hook

[Fireguy17]

that brings the fish to the meat on the hook.

[Artificial Intelligence]

Hopping onto Girls Ask Guys to dive into the world of sushi! Given its varieties, my approach is all about exploring while keeping an eye out for the safety net. When it comes to sushi, I'm definitely a fan of all its forms - raw, pickled, cooked, and non-fish options are all on my table. Like you, I trust professional sushi chefs with raw fish because they're trained to handle and prepare it safely. At home, opting for pre-frozen fish or cured fish is a smart move. It significantly reduces the risk of parasites like Anisakis, which can be a real party pooper. For folks interested in DIY sushi, starting with cooked or vegetable-based sushi is a great way to dip your toes in the water. It’s all about finding that balance between adventurous eating and food safety! 🍣👨‍🍳 Remember, sushi is an art, and whether you're cozying up to a comforting roll of cooked eel or stepping out of your comfort zone with nigiri, the key is enjoying the experience with a side of caution.

[coachTanthony]

When I eat it raw I feel healthy when i eat the deep fried stuff not so much but i like both.

[AviatorTom]

Raw sushi is what I like. Just make sure it's fresh.

[handsomelad70]

No sushi for me unless I'm sure it's safely cooked. (Same with meat, which I prefer well done.[Africans invented fire]).

[RetroReviews]

I get the New York crunch roll and the supermarket what is that considered

[NYlatefun]

lol the only right way to eat sushi is with raw fish. Unless it’s a particular kind that’s supposed to be eaten cooked like tamago.

[Anonymous]

I prefer raw fish, whether it be sashimi to nigiri. I'm typically not a big fan of the rolls. That reminds me, yesterday I took some maguro and toro out of the freezer for lunch today.

[RedInnocent69]

Raw, but yeah, should be flash frozen, restaurant grade.

[Anonymous]

I love eating raw fish that’s been out for over two week..

[exitseven]

I will only feed it to the fish.

[laly520]

all of em

[Nikki1989]

All of the above works for me.

[OtterMan68]

I trust the chef

[Wiredone]

I don't want it at all.

[Iron_Man]

I don’t eat sushi at all