Kosherfest 2010 -- On-site Report From Jewish Humor Central
Jewish Humor Central's Blogger-in-Chief takes you on a tour of some of the newest and most interesting products shown at the 22nd annual kosher food and foodservice trade show at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, New Jersey. For the full review please visit www.JewishHumorCentral.com.
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Michael Pollan: The omnivore's next dilemma
http://www.ted.com What if human consciousness isn't the end-all and be-all of Darwinism? What if we are all just pawns in corn's clever strategy game to rule the Earth? Author Michael Pollan asks us to see the world from a plant's-eye view.
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Chefs@Google: Janna Gur
Janna Gur was born and raised in the former Soviet Union and immigrated to Israel in 1974. She is the founder and chief editor of "Al Hashulchan," the leading Israeli food and wine magazine. Originally conceived as a modest trade magazine for food professionals, the magazine quickly became popular among amateur cooks and foodies. Together with its audience, "Al Hashulchan" changed, becoming the premier food and wine magazine for general public. Gur is also the author of "The Book of New Israeli Food," where she aims to reveal to the world the dramatic revival of local cuisine, as well as the beauty and uniqueness of the country and its people. She lives in Tel Aviv with her husband, two children, and two cats.
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How to Make Sushi
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You may think sushi is just raw fish, but you\'d only be half right. It\'s actually the combination of fish and rice -- and how it\'s combined is an art form in itself.
To complete this How-To you will need:
At least a quarter-pound of trimmed, uncooked saltwater fish
A sharp knife
A cutting board
A dollop of prepared wasabi
A bowl of water
Some ice or a refrigerator (optional)
Step 1: Slice fish
With a very sharp knife, slice the trimmed fish slab into individual portions so each piece is a rectangle approximately 2-inches long and ¼-inch thick.
Tip: To make things easier, cut all your fish at one time, but keep the pieces cold until you use them —put them on a plate and keep it in the refrigerator or on top of some ice.
Step 2: Roll rice into ball
Moisten your hands with water from your bowl, and scoop an ounce of sushi rice—about the amount that will fit into your palm—and roll it into a ball.
Step 3: Shape rice ball
Shape the rice ball into an oblong by squeezing it with firm but gentle pressure.
Tip: Your rice should be about the same size as your cut piece of fish.
Step 4: Dab wasabi on fish
Pick up a piece of sliced fish. While palming the shaped rice, scoop up a tiny amount of wasabi with your index finger and gently dab it onto the middle of the fish.
Step 5: Press rice against fish
Press the shaped rice against the fish and gently but firmly cup the two together until they adhere.
Step 6: Squeeze together
Firmly squeeze the sushi together until the fish and rice become one. Tap with your right index finger as you go to create a uniform shape.
Step 7: Continue process
Place the finished sushi on a serving plate or sushi board, and continue making pieces until all the fish is used.
Step 8: Garnish plate
Garnish the plate with a mound of Japanese pickled ginger and a smaller mound of wasabi. Pour some soy sauce into a small dish and get ready to dunk.
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