Podcast
Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Questions and Answers
What does 'zensai' refer to in the omakase course?
What does 'zensai' refer to in the omakase course?
- Dessert
- Starter dish (correct)
- Beverage
- Main course
Which type of fish is included in the first nigiri course?
Which type of fish is included in the first nigiri course?
- Yellowtail
- Salmon
- Sea bream (correct)
- Bluefin tuna
What unique feature characterizes the third nigiri course?
What unique feature characterizes the third nigiri course?
- Smoked fish
- Lightly seared fish (correct)
- Marinated fish
- Fried fish
Which item is served as part of the premium course?
Which item is served as part of the premium course?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the purpose of the madai consommé in the omakase experience?
What is the purpose of the madai consommé in the omakase experience?
Signup and view all the answers
Which dish includes a blood orange miso vinaigrette?
Which dish includes a blood orange miso vinaigrette?
Signup and view all the answers
What type of fish is served in the second nigiri course?
What type of fish is served in the second nigiri course?
Signup and view all the answers
Which item is NOT part of the small plates course?
Which item is NOT part of the small plates course?
Signup and view all the answers
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
Study Notes
Omakase Course Overview
- Omakase means "I'll leave it up to you," allowing chefs to showcase their creativity through a multi-course meal.
Zensai (Starter)
- Zensai translates to "starter" in Japanese, beginning the dining experience with lightly seasoned sashimi.
1st Nigiri Course
- Features a selection of white fish:
- Madai (sea bream) on the left
- Buri (adult yellowtail) in the middle
- Hirame (flounder) on the right
- Recommended to eat from left to right for optimal flavor experience.
2nd Nigiri Course
- Consists of three cuts of bluefin tuna:
- Akami: lean part of bluefin tuna on the left
- Chutoro: medium fatty part in the middle
- Otoro: fatty belly of the bluefin on the right.
3rd Nigiri Course
- This course features lightly seared items:
- Kinmedai (golden eye snapper) on the left
- Sake aburri (seared salmon) in the middle
- Hotate aburri (seared scallop) on the right.
Premium Course
- Offers luxurious ingredients:
- Uni (sea urchin from Hokkaido) with rainbow trout roe and yuzu zest on the left
- Harami (belly cut), specifically sake toro (salmon belly) in the middle
- A5 wagyu beef topped with shaved cured egg yolk, truffle pâté, and ginger on the right.
Madai Consommé
- A complimentary concentrated madai bone broth serves as a palate cleanser during the omakase experience.
Small Plates Course
- Comprises several items:
- Kanpachi tartar: young yellowtail with blood orange miso vinaigrette.
- Ceviche: assorted white fish with ceviche sauce and avocado cream.
- Premium king salmon ceviche served with blood oranges.
- Chutoro quail egg toast: lightly buttered toast, medium fatty tuna, truffle aïoli, quail egg, and pecorino cheese.
- Lobster meshi: lobster on sushi rice with nikiri (sweet soy sauce) and seasonings.
Matcha Sundae (Dessert)
- Features a scoop of Japanese green tea ice cream accompanied by fried banana, pound cake, strawberries, powdered sugar, and shaved chocolate.
Celebration Sushi
- Special sushi option for birthdays and anniversaries, includes Angawa (flounder fin).
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
