Sushi Roll of the Month

This month I would like to nominate the ume shisho roll as the sushi roll of the month, a new (and perhaps one-time-only) distinction. This roll contains plum paste, a shisho leaf, and rice, so those leery of raw fish or who avoid meat can enjoy. The combination of the sweet and salty plum paste and fragrant, almost minty shisho leaf lead to an unexpected mix of flavors in the mouth. This roll also is low in fat and usually under $4. So unless there are any objections, the sushi roll of the month award for February goes to...ume shisho.