太巻 (Futomaki)

Futomaki

  • ふとまき
  • Futomaki
  • Pitch 0
  • sushi and sashimi

Meaning

太巻 (ふとまき, Futomaki) is Futomaki — a Japanese food (sushi and sashimi).

What is Futomaki?

Futomaki ("thick roll") is a large cylindrical piece: of sushi, usually with nori on the outside. A typical futomaki is five to six centimetres in diameter. They are often made with two, three, or more fillings that are chosen for their complementary tastes and colors. After the makizushi has been rolled and sliced, it is typically served with takuan (pickled daikon).