Sushi is now a mainstay at most supermarkets. Check near the deli or in the pre-packed, cold-foods aisle. Sushi isn’t just raw fish. Try the California roll or the veggie roll if you’ve never had it. Don't worry. There are other options for those fearing raw fish. Novices may try the Futomaki roll (means fat roll in Japanese) or its Korean version gim-bahp, which has fried crab, scrambled egg, mushroom, carrot, and pickled radish. It’s a sushi roll on steroids. There is also the spider roll with soft-shell crab tempura. It sometimes is prepared with a spicy sauce and a slice of avocado. I recommend the Philly roll with smoked salmon and cream cheese.
And if you're worried about the carb content, Nelly has found brown rice sushi at Harris Teeter and The Fresh Market. The brown rice means more fiber and fewer carbohydrates per serving. We hardly noticed a difference in flavor. Sushi tastes best if bought on the same day that it’s prepared. Pay attention to the expiration date listed on the package. And make sure the rice looks fresh and not dried out or hard.
Here is a primer on sushi.
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If you're ever in Guam...you need to try the sushi at Benii's Japanese Restaurant. They're affordable, too. For those looking for sushi and Japanese barbecue, there's Rotary Sushi. Love the unagi rolls.
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