They come as sashimi, nigiri and usuzukuri, in marinated or seasoned versions, which include other ingredients such as sole, sea bream, mackerel, octopus and shellfish. To accompany this gastronomic experience, a glass of wine or a Mixtape signature cocktail is recommended, such as the Apple Martini, which has vodka, granny smith apple cordial and elderberry, or the Clover Club, prepared with Prince of the Apostles gin, rosehip, raspberries and lime. The address es Franklin D. Roosevelt 1806, Belgrano
KURO NEKO
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The tacos are filled with shari, seafood and a selection of the best catch of the day.
Kuro Neko
One of the most recent openings in downtown Buenos Aires is Kuro Nekothe first nori taco bar to arrive in the city, led by chef Raúl Zorrilla, the same owner of the Creole Peruvian cuisine restaurant Kamay Lounge and the Tori Chipchi chicken restaurant. The new spot invites you to challenge your palate with a striking concept of very crispy tacos, made with tempurized nori seaweed and filled with shari (rice seasoned for sushi), seafood and the best catch of the day, in which white meat predominates, such as sole, mullet, amberjack and chernia from the Argentine Atlantic.
The pieces are finished with signature Nikkei sauces and condiments. Recommended are the Chalaco nori taco, inspired by a ceviche (white fish, togarashi, avocado, aceviched sweet potato, lemon zest and cilantro), and the Neko (white fish, cucumber, passion fruit reduction, antiniku, which is a sauce of its based on anticuchera, ginger and sesame oil, and crispy quinoa). The proposal is completed with innovative nigiris, handrolls, chirashi and more Nikkei recipes, which can be ordered with sake-based cocktails and original lemonades. The house suggests combining several bites from the menu, or letting yourself be guided by the itamae from the large bar, designed for 16 foodie souls. The address is Paraguay 831, Retiro.
HAIKU
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Their menu highlights sushi and the drinks to accompany it, from wines to beers.
Haiku
Haiku Sushi is a restaurant that honors Japanese tradition in the heart of the Belgrano neighborhood. Since its opening in 1997, it has been a benchmark for oriental gastronomy, due to the exceptional quality of its ingredients, the spicy flavors and an atmosphere that evokes the serenity of the East. The star of its menu is, without a doubt, the sushi, with a wide range of pieces with white fish, such as Matsu with white nigiri and salmon, maki kiuri with trout, new york, philadelphia, skin and shiromi, among others.
Without a doubt, the must-see is the Haiku combination, a special mix of white and salmon sashimi, white nigiri, New York salmon and prawn, Philadelphia, Mediterranean, skin and shiromi. These exquisite pieces are perfectly complemented by a careful selection of sake, wines by the glass or bottle, beers and sparkling wines. Each drink has been chosen to pair appropriately with the flavors of sushi, offering an exceptional dining experience. The address is Franklin D. Roosevelt 1806, Belgrano.
SUSHICLUB
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The Ceviche Roll is filled with salmon, white fish, vegetables marinated in cilantro and spicy, and wrapped in panko-battered pink salmon, with avocado guacamole.
SushiClub
SushiCluban international brand of Asian cuisine and fusion sushi, is recognized for its original and iconic rolls and, among other alternatives, includes a tempting proposal with white fish. They are made with grouper, haddock or sole, which depends on the season and the Toshi Shrimps Roll are in this group. They are filled with toshi cheese and prawns, covered with panko-battered white fish and sauced with carrot and curry emulsion.
Also added to this type of rolls is the Crispy White Niguiri, which consists of cuts of white fish coated in panko and decorated with avocado cream, mango chutney, cilantro and field corn; the White Avocado Roll, filled with white fish chicharrón and sautéed vegetables, covered with crispy sweet potato threads and decorated with avocado cream and corn, and the Ceviche Roll, filled with salmon, white fish and vegetables marinated in cilantro and spicy and wrapped in panko-battered pink salmon, with avocado guacamole. The address is Alicia Moreau from Justo 285, Puerto Madero. It has other branches in CABA, AMBA and the interior of the country.
NEKO RESTAURANT
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The white fishing in this area varies between mullet, sole, sea bream and soon they will add lemon fish.
Neko Restaurant
Avant-garde Nikkei cuisine is the proposal of Neko Restauranta very charming spot located on a corner of Belgrano, which invites you to try revised Peruvian-Japanese fusion dishes, and very well made sushi pieces. The premise is quality and freshness, which is why they work with the best and tastiest white fish that the season offers, which usually comes from Mar del Plata. The range varies between mullet, sole, sea bream and soon they will add lemon fish. In its renewed menu there is a varied offer of nigiris, nori tacos, handrolls and rolls with white fish as the protagonist and with striking toppings.
The nigiris, the stars of the house, are recommended, such as the Parma (white fish with confit garlic butter, flambéed cheese, drops of lime and Creole Chalaca); The Yuzu Shiromi handroll (white fish, truffled yuzu and katsuobushi) is also suggested; and the Nakamoto roll (white fish, trout, furai shrimp, cheese and terinikkei, a home-made sauce based on teriyaki, oyster sauce, lime and sesame oil). To pair, there are young and organic wines, as well as cocktails that follow the same Nikkei line and Japanese Minga beer. The experience is lived in a modern space, with dim lights, and with a large bar. The address It is La Pampa 1391, Belgrano.
UNI
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At UNI they seek to recreate the most traditional flavors of Japanese cuisine.
UNI
In the heart of Palermo Hollywood, UNI Omakase It emerges as a special restaurant to enjoy a privileged experience, where the star of the space is an imposing bar with capacity for only twelve diners and a fourteen-course menu. Chosen as one of the best in the country by the prestigious Michelin Guide, the chef in charge of designing this premium menu and providing an exclusive experience of pure oriental style is Damián Shiizu. Their proposal seeks to recreate the most traditional flavors of Japanese gastronomy through 100% national fishing, used in each of their sushi pieces: sole, black sea bass, silverside, sea pomfret, amberjack and whiting, among others. .
Each of them is used to prepare different options, from nigiri gunkan ikura uzura, wrapped in nori seaweed, or sashimi, another of the house’s specialties. In addition, they use top-level imported rice grains to give a firmer and more tempting texture to the palate, flavored with Kurosu-style vinegar, with a sweet and smoky aftertaste at the same time. Away from fusion cuisine, UNI is presented as a distinctive experience to explore the best flavors of Japan and delve into its gastronomic culture, without leaving the city. The address is Guatemala 5820, Palermo.
THE FISHERY
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Its white fishing stands out with the variety of rolls, sashimis and niguiris.
The Fishmonger
Located in the Núñez neighborhood and run by its owners and chef Charly Díaz and Jhon Cifuentes, both Peruvians, The Fishmonger It has a varied selection of dishes where seafood is the protagonist. Its proposal, which includes Nikkei fusion sushi, has a variety of rolls, sashimis and niguiris where white fish stands out. Both the grilled fishing roll (fish of the day, avocado, chives, fish topping with almond chimichurri and crispy garlic) and the niguiri chalaco (with yellow chili and chalaquita sauce) are prepared with the freshest and most seasonal catch of the day. .
These days they use sole, white salmon or blonde sea bass, to ensure a fresh product with optimal flavor. Its options can be accompanied with any of the Latin-inspired cocktails offered on its menu, such as the Caribbean Tonic, based on gin, coconut milk, passion fruit pulp and tonic water. The address is Chrysologist Larralde 1716, Núñez.
SACHI
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Their handrolls are prepared with koshihikari rice mixed with a dressing made with rice vinegar, mirin and salt.
Sachi
Sachi is a new spot located in the heart of Belgrano, which is poised to be a favorite for lovers of Japanese gastronomy. In a modern atmosphere, with a vibrant decoration that evokes the essence of Tokyo, this place offers a unique gastronomic experience, focused on sashimis, nigiris and handrolls with original combinations and intense flavors. Sachi’s menu showcases creations prepared with fresh fish from the Argentine coast (sole, grouper, mullet, mackerel or amberjack) and top-of-the-line seasonal ingredients.
Their handrolls are prepared with koshihikari rice mixed with a dressing made with rice vinegar, mirin and salt, served in kombu seaweed. Among the options, the sriracha handroll stands out (catch of the day, sriracha mayonnaise, mango and corn furikake), the citrus (catch of the day, fennel, tangerine and cucumber), the praline (catch of the day, citrus mayonnaise, peanut praline and textured soy), gizzard (candied gizzard, smoked eggplant sauce and sesame), or nigiris such as truffle nigiris (trout, chia jam and truffle oil) or hummus (catch of the day, smoked garlic hummus, truffle oil and caviar). The address Roosevelt 1702, Belgrano.
Source: Ambito
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