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  1. Aji Sushi – Horse Mackerel - The Japanese Bar

    • Aji is commonly known as Japanese horse mackerel. It’s a small fish with a devoted following at sushi restaurants. Despite its name and appearance, aji is not a mackerel. It’s a type of jack and is related t… See more

    Aji Sashimi

    Aji sashimi is simply thin slices of horse mackerel. It will also have the skin removed, and scoring is … See more

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    How to Prepare Aji

    Horse mackerel is a small fish and requires solid knife skills. You’ll also need to remove the bony scales on the sides of the fish. Check out these entertaining how-to videos from Akira … See more

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    31 Days of Sushi

    If you find this post useful or enjoyable, I suggest you check out some of the other content in my 31 Days of Sushicampaign. Every day in August I’ll share a new piece of content. … See more

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  2. Shima-Aji Sushi, 縞鯵 (Striped Jack) - Sushi Modern

    Apr 24, 2018 · Shima-aji, or Japanese “striped jack,” is a common point of confusion for many sushi eaters. The shima means “striped” and aji is Japanese “horse mackerel,” or “jack.” But shima-aji and aji make two very different types …

  3. Aji - Famously known Horse Mackerel in Japan

  4. Aji Sashimi Recipe (How to Clean and Fillet Japanese …

    Jun 9, 2019 · We are making delicious Aji Sashimi, fresh sliced horse mackerel. Train your eyes to pick out the freshest aji and make your own sashimi.

  5. A Guide To The Different Types Of Mackerel Sushi

  6. Aji (Horse Mackerel): Best Fish for Japanese Knife …

    May 20, 2023 · Aji is found widely in the seas around Japan. Although it is caught throughout the year, the fish is popular as a sushi topping for summer, when we can savor its good amount of fat. In English, aji is usually called horse …

  7. Sushi and Sashimi Guide: Types, Fish, Veggies (2021)

    May 8, 2021 · Aji, or horse mackerel, is a classic fish that’s used for nigiri sushi and sashimi. This small fish is considered by chefs to be a hikarimono, or silver-skinned fish. It has a firm texture, rich umami, and only a faint fishiness.

  8. Aji Sushi 〚 Japanese horse mackerel 〛 【鰺】 …

    Sep 28, 2020 · Aji is one of the most important representatives of sushi ingredients prepared with the shiny silver skin (hikarimono). The meat of aji is pink and firm. It is also juicy, rich in fat and has a strong characteristic taste. …

  9. Chef at home during pandemic! How to cut Aji (Horse Mackerel) …

  10. Blue Runner Sushi & Sashimi (American "Aji" Sushi) | (アジの寿司)