Aji Nigiri

Horse Mackerel Nigiri

Preparation info
  • Makes

    12

    pieces
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Sushi Master: An expert guide to sourcing, making and enjoying sushi at home

By Nick Sakagami

Published 2019

  • About

Many people think mackerel is visually unappealing and find its flavor too strong. However, if you can get fresh horse mackerel, it is quite different from what you might experience at a lower price point. A bonus is silver-skin fish has a higher nutritional value (EPA, DHA) than other fish. Small fish, such as aji, require a different process to cut sashimi pieces than bigger fish such as salmon and tuna. First, peel the aji skin off, then fillet it, take the pin bones out, and cut it agai