Mushi-Zushi ( A Winter Sushi )

A winter speciality in the Kyoto/Osaka region is mushi-zushi or steamed sushi. This is like a Chirashi sushi but eaten warm. Also known as Nuku-zushi this winter sushi uses prepared cooked vinegared rice called sumeshi normally with vegetables and eel. Obviously I will not be using eel and will substitute with shiitake. This is a really quick meal especially if you have left over sushi rice.

I used a bamboo steamer and placed in the bottom some parchment paper. Spoon sumeshi in to the bottom I then added a sprinkle of sesame seeds, then start to layer your vegetables. I started with sliced shiitake then added.carrot,daikon,asparagus,purple broccoli,baby corn green beans and romanesco.

Simply put on the lid and steam for 10 mins.

Perfect

I served this with a simple soup and tofu dengaku.

I also think it’s nice to have some toasted nori on the side to make hand rolls.