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Temaki is a type of Japanese sushi consisting of a cone-shaped roll made by hand. It is formed by wrapping a sheet of dried nori seaweed around vinegared sushi rice and various fillings, such as raw fish, vegetables, and sesame seeds. The cone shape makes it easy to hold and eat by hand, distinguishing it from rolls made with a bamboo mat. Temaki is typically eaten immediately after it is made to maintain the crispness of the nori.

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How is temaki shaped?

Temaki is made by wrapping nori around vinegared sushi rice and fillings to form a hand-held cone. The cone is assembled by hand rather than cut from a long cylindrical roll.

What is the difference between temaki and maki sushi?

Temaki is a cone-shaped hand roll that is normally eaten by hand, while maki is a cylindrical roll cut into separate pieces. Both can use nori, sushi rice, raw fish, vegetables, and sesame seeds.

Why should temaki be eaten soon after it is made?

The nori is intended to stay crisp while the cone is held and eaten. Moisture from the vinegared rice and fillings softens the seaweed if a temaki sits for too long.

What fillings can be used in temaki?

Common choices include tuna, salmon, shrimp, cucumber, avocado, and other vegetables. Raw fish is traditional in some versions, but cooked seafood and vegetarian fillings also work in the cone format.

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