Regional Eating: Japanese

Regional
Eating:  Japanese           

Oh!  I could live on sashimi!  

I
was thrilled during a recent trip to Hawaii, to find that the breakfast buffet,
while (unfortunately) offering the typical, American horrors of breakfast-
waffles, pancakes, muffins and so on, also had a Japanese section!  Local, poached fish, an assortment of
fresh seaweed, several different options for fresh, steamed veg and regional
fruit- I was in heaven!

-When
ordering, be sure to avoid items containing, seasoned with, or marinated in
soy-based foods, including miso, tofu and edamame.

-Opt
for sashimi, rather than sushi in order to get a fresh dose of a great source
of Omega 3’s with out the added starch of rice you’d have gotten if you’d
ordered sushi instead.

-As
always, ask what veg the chef has in house, instead of or in addition to, whatever
may be on the menu.

-A
sauté of beef or chicken with veg can also be a great option if you’re not
feeling the nautical theme.

-Pass
on the rice and noodle sides- go for more protein and veg based dishes.

-Many
restaurants offer a small serving of sliced fruit as an automatic close to a
meal- fresh orange wedges are perfect in this setting!

Enjoy
your trip!