"James Silverton" > wrote:
> Questions wrote:
> > In all of the Sushi recipes I've read, the instructions say to leave
> > the tails on the shrimp.
> >
> > Is it customary to eat the tails or not? I've tried both, and I
> > really would prefer to not eat them. They distract me from the flavor
> > of the shrimp.
>
> I think shrimp nigiri look better with the tails on but I think
> whether or not to eat them is a matter of personal taste. I've tried
> the tails and I prefer not to eat them myself even if I really like
> shrimp (cooked) nigiri. I've never worried if "experts" feel I am
> being gauche (g).
I find the tails really nice for holding the shrimp. If you have
diverticulitis, it's a good idea not to eat the tails.
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