What is nigiri?

Nigiri is sushi made with just two main things: raw fish and rice.

Imagine you're holding a small sandwich, but instead of bread, it's sticky rice, and instead of peanut butter, it's fresh fish. That’s what nigiri feels like in your hands. It’s like the best kind of snack you can imagine!

First, chefs cook rice with a little salt to make it taste better. Then they press it into small balls or shapes. Next, they put a piece of raw fish, like tuna or salmon, on top, just like putting cheese on bread.

Nigiri is simple but delicious, and you can eat it with your hands, just like eating a cookie or a chips. It’s like having a tiny treasure in every bite!