Sushi has become a “roll-ing” hit in Malaysia, with locals indulging in vinegared rice paired with a variety of fillings like fish, seafood, veggies, and eggs.
But while sushi may be a favourite on the menu, one question keeps “surfacing” – is the sushi we’re enjoying really the same as the one served in Japan?
Japanese Women try M’sian-made sushis for the 1st time
To explore this, a Japanese language academy decided to take an unconventional approach by asking two Japanese women to try sushi in Malaysia and share their honest opinions.
The experience was documented in a TikTok video, where they visited a popular local sushi spot and sampled different dishes.
As expected, the women quickly noticed differences. From the preparation to the taste, the sushi in Malaysia was far from what they were used to back home.
Many of the sushi varieties, they remarked, didn’t even exist in Japan, and the ingredients and methods were adapted to local tastes.
One of the most noticeable distinctions was the use of seaweed as a filling and the incorporation of local spices, giving the sushi a spicier kick than traditional Japanese recipes.
‘…But it’s not quite sushi’
“It’s really tasty… but it’s not quite sushi,” one of the women humorously pointed out, enjoying the dish despite its differences.
One thing they did give a thumbs-up to was the mayo onigiri sauce, which hit all the right “notes” and brought back nostalgic memories of home.
Even though the sushi didn’t quite “roll” with Japanese traditions, they still enjoyed the “flavourful” fusion Malaysia had to offer.
As for the takoyaki, the Japanese snack known for its tender octopus, the verdict was mixed.
While the taste was almost spot-on, the octopus was a little too chewy for their liking, missing the tender texture they’re used to in Japan.
Watch the clip here:
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