Ehomaki (Japan)

 


Ehomaki is a sushi roll consisting of nori seaweed, vinegared rice and seven different fillings. Fillings can vary, but usually include cucumber, dried zucchini, eel, shiitake mushrooms, fish, omelets or tofu.

The most popular theory about the origin of the Ehomaki claims that it was invented by traders in Osaka in Edo or early Meiji times. After World War II, the roll nearly disappeared, but was reintroduced in the 1970s and became nationally recognized when many grocery stores began selling it in the 1990s.

It is traditionally held at Setsubun, an annual festival held on February 3 and celebrating the beginning of spring. Dinner at Setsubun should be eaten facing a certain direction, which is considered lucky for that year, and you should make a wish before eating.

The entire roll must be consumed without speaking because this is considered bad luck. Ehomaki is never served sliced.

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