SAEDNEWS: Alongside his mastery of traditional Persian music, Mohammad Reza Shajarian also enjoyed modern tastes and was fond of sushi, the Japanese dish, which he included in his diet.
According to Saednews, Sushi is an artistic combination of seasoned rice and fresh ingredients, carefully rolled into an elegant and visually appealing form using precise technique. To achieve the best results at home, it is important to prioritize high-quality ingredients and apply gentle, even pressure when rolling with a bamboo mat.
The image below was published by the wife of the late master Mohammad Reza Shajarian during his lifetime, accompanied by the caption: “My beloved’s favorite food.”
Japanese rice: 2 cups
Water: 2.5 cups
Sugar: 1 teaspoon
Apple cider vinegar: ½ cup
Rice vinegar: ½ cup
Nori (seaweed sheets): as needed
Salt: as needed
Rice: as needed
Cucumber: as needed
Celery: as needed
Bell pepper: as needed
Avocado: as needed
Green onion: as needed
Salmon fillet: as needed
Sesame seeds: as needed
First, rinse the Japanese rice several times with water until the water becomes completely clear.
Then cook it with 2.5 cups of water until it becomes soft and sticky.
The amount of water used for cooking should be equal to the amount of rice.
In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and a little salt, and heat gently until the sugar dissolves.
Add this seasoning mixture to the cooked hot rice and stir gently so the rice absorbs the flavor.
Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat and spread a thin, even layer of rice over it. Cut cucumber, celery, bell pepper, avocado, and salmon fillet into long, thin strips.
Place the sliced ingredients at the edge of the rice layer, then roll tightly using the mat. Finally, cut into equal pieces with a sharp knife and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
