Mehari, turnip and salmon pressed sushi - Shiny orange pressed sushi that brings wonderful happiness to all living things

Friday, January 17, 2025

Friday, January 17th marks the start of the winter solstice (18 days before the beginning of spring).

As the seasons change and it's easy to get sick, eat red foods to ward off evil spirits and spend the time relaxing and calmly.

Mehari, turnip and salmon pressed sushi

On a day like this, you can enjoy the combination of Mehari (pickled takana), salt-koji-pickled turnip, smoked salmon and salmon flakes in this pressed sushi!

Mehari, turnip and salmon pressed sushi
Mehari, turnip and salmon pressed sushi

The rice is cooked with plum and kelp, and mixed with Nozawana dried baby leaves and sesame seeds.

Top with pickled radish and sprinkle a light sprinkling of gold powder.

Topped with salmon flakes and takuan!
Topped with salmon flakes and takuan!

Add in the orange flowers of the sunset and it looks like today is going to be a great day!!!

With boundless love, gratitude and prayers, this shining orange pressed sushi brings wonderful happiness to all living things!

May good things come your way!
May good things come your way!

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