Are you making sushi tonight? Looking for a great side dish to complete a delicious Japanese meal? I have you covered! Read on for the best of the best salads, soups, veggies, sauces, drinks and desserts to serve with sushi.
Sushi is a star of Japanese cuisine. Whether you are visiting one of your favorite Japanese restaurants, or playing sushi chef yourself with a simple at-home sushi bake, this popular dish is sure to delight your taste buds. There are many different types of sushi, with a wide variety of different flavors. Most sushi rolls are a combination of cooked or raw fish, sticky sushi rice, and nori sheets. They can contain fruits and veggies, savory or spicy sauces, and lots of yummy toppings. With so many diverse sushi dishes, it can be tricky to identify the best sides.
Well, fret no more, friend! I have compiled a list of delicious and simple Japanese-inspired side dishes for your next sushi night. These recipes will be a great complement to your meal no matter what type of sushi you're having! Read on for the best salads, soups, veggies, sauces, drinks and desserts to serve with sushi.
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Salads
Crisp and refreshing salads are a great option to serve with savory or spicy sushi. Here are a few beautiful and simple salads to make tonight.
Carrot Cucumber Salad
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Asian Cucumber Salad
20 Minute Crunchy Asian Chopped Salad
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Spicy Kani Salad Recipe
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Soup
Soup is a perfect complement to sushi, and a mainstay of Japanese food. A warm bowl of soup is a perfect way to start or end your sushi meal.
Spicy Miso Udon Soup
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Veggies
Sushi can be a heavy meal at times - especially if you, like me, love anything fried in tempura batter stuffed inside your sushi roll. Add a healthy green veggie on the side, and both your body and your taste buds will thank you!
Chinese Broccoli Recipe
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Garlic Edamame
Five Minute Air Fryer Green Beans
Blistered Shishito Peppers
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10 Minute Garlic Bok Choy Recipe
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Condiments
Any sushi bar needs some delicious sauces and condiments. First of all, your sushi won't be complete without soy sauce. Dark soy sauce is the traditional sauce of choice in Japanese restaurants. Serve it in a dipping bowl to the side of your sushi and dip your sushi pieces into it just before eating for a delicious umami flavor. But, don't stop there! Try one of these amazing homemade condiments for sushi.
Japanese Pickled Ginger
Homemade Teriyaki Sauce
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Drinks and Desserts
Don't forget to end your sushi night with a drink and dessert!
Japanese Milk Tea (Royal Milk Tea)
Miso Brownie Bites
Now, all that's left to do is grab your sushi and chose your favorite side! With choices this delicious, you can't go wrong.
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