Although the forms in which sushi presents itself vary, they all contain a vinegar-based sushi rice that is characterized by its short grain and sticky texture. One of the magical things about sushi is that it can be created millions of different ways. Seafood or vegetarian? Raw or cooked? White or brown rice? Drizzled with spicy mayo or ponzu sauce? Topped with tempura flakes or fresh roe? As if those options aren't already enough, the culinary world decided to put a couple of new twists on the traditional Japanese dish. Whether you're a sushi lover, a foodie, or someone who hates the idea of sushi but likes looking at pictures of food, check out these creative new ways to get your sushi fix:
1. The Sushi Burger
Made popular by the Redeye Grill in NYC, this is king of all hybrid foods.
2. The Sushi Burrito
First gaining popularity along the West Coast, this innovative meal was first created by Sushirrito and is now featured at many restaurants along the East Coast, such as Buredo, Uma Temakeria, and Rolls By U. This hand-held meal of deliciousness is a combination of Asian and Latin cuisine that brings a whole new level of innovation to sushi culture and the culinary world.
3. Rice Cake Sushi
Made by @dad_beets, a popular Instagram foodie that creates delicious, drool-worthy food.
4. The Sushi Cake
Two of my favorite things combined into one. This is what I want for my birthday!!
5. The Sushi Pizza
Whoever thought of this is a mad genius.
6. The Sushi Bagel
This breakfast hybrid was made by the food blogger So Beautifully Raw by using a doughnut mold to shape sushi rice into a bagel and then decorating the rice with wasabi, cashew mayo, black sesame, ginger, and avocado.
7. Fruit Sushi
For all of you picky eaters that don't like the idea of eating raw fish but still want to try sushi.
8. The Sushi Corn Dog
Is it just me or is this taking things a little bit too far? Rumor has it that The Low Key Poke Joint, a California-based restaurant, will soon be adding this to their menu.
9. Pressed Sushi
Pressed instead of rolled, this kind of sushi can be ordered at many sushi bars.
10. Sushi Fries
Just in case you want something fresh and fried, Eat Mar, in Santa Ana, California, makes poke fries. This delectable dish puts a modern twist on fast food by topping french tries with fresh ahi poke, pico de gallo, pickled ginger, green onion, avocado, and furikake.
11. Sushi Tacos
Why have to chose between eating Mexican or Asian food when you can have both?
12. The Poke Bowl
In case you weren't aware, this is the nation's latest food craze. Pronounced POH-keh, these heavenly bowls of goodness consist of seasoned and cubed raw fish and other yummy ingredients atop sushi rice. (Basically deconstructed sushi!)
13. Candy Sushi
For all the people that have a true sweet tooth, this is for you! Made by Misterkrisp, this is literally sushi in the form of Rice Krispies Treats. Whether you like sushi or not, you have to admit that this is a pretty neat concept.
14. Sushi Nachos
Forget having boring old melted cheese and chili on your nachos. Spice up your game with a little pico de gallo, avocado, and raw fish.
Even if you're not a fan of sushi, you have to admit that these food mashups are pretty cool! My only question is, what's next? Sushi-flavored ice cream? Sushi-flavored potato chips? At this point, who knows what the culinary world has in store!
