A makisu is a bamboo mat used in Japanese cooking to roll sushi and shape malleable foods. It may need to be wrapped in plastic wrap to prevent rice grains from getting stuck between the bamboo slats. Makisu come in different sizes and can be purchased separately or as part of sushi making kits.
A makisu is a mat used in Japanese cooking made up of thin bamboo slats held together by a sturdy thread. Anyone who has ever sat in a sushi bar and watched chefs make maki, which is a kind of sushi in which rice and fish are rolled up in a seaweed wrap, has seen makisu. Sushi chefs use these mats to roll various types of sushi, even those that are made with rice on the outside of the roll. In addition to being used to make sushi rolls, a makisu can also be used to shape other malleable foods. In some cases, a makisu is used to squeeze water or liquid out of food.
There are some instances where a makisu needs to be wrapped in plastic wrap before being used. This is especially true when used to make sushi type of rolls with rice on the outside of the rolls. The use of plastic on the makisu prevents the rice grains from getting squeezed between the bamboo staves, which makes the carpet quite difficult to clean. There are some people who line the mat with cling film every time they use it simply to make the cleaning process easier. In cases where plastic wrap is not used, it is important to wash and dry the mat thoroughly after each use to prevent bacteria from developing and growing on and between the wooden slats.
There are some models of makisu. Most of them are pretty similar in size, but there are differences in the width of the bamboo slats that are woven together to create the mats. When shopping at kitchen supply stores and home improvement stores in the West, it’s more common to find mats made with thinner staves. In general, makisu are very cheap no matter how thick the bamboo staves may be.
Makisu are sold separately and as part of sushi making kits. These kits are good for people who are just begging to try making their own sushi at home. Single makisu can be purchased for a few US dollars. There are some more expensive models that are made from silicone instead of wood.
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