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Hamachi Nigiri

Nigiri topped with yellowtail.

Hamachi Nigiri, Nigiri sushi

At a glance

Spice
Not spicy
Flavour
Delicate
Popularity
77/100
Raw fish
Yes

Typical ingredients

  • Yellowtail
  • Sushi rice
Texture
Buttery and soft
Origin
A Japanese preparation commonly found on European sushi menus.

Alternative names

Yellowtail NigiriNigiri de hamachi

How to identify this dish

What it is

Pressed sushi rice topped with raw yellowtail, known for a delicate flavor and buttery texture.

How to recognize it

The topping is usually a pale, glossy slice placed directly over the rice, with no outer nori.

For beginners

It is a gentle introduction to yellowtail for diners comfortable with raw fish and softer textures.

Raw fish

Yes, in the catalogue version.

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