Sushi, as we know and love it today, originated in Japan, some say as early as 400 B.C. Originally, fresh fish was fermented in rice and rice vinegar, in order to cure the fish for later use. The rice would be discarded, and the fish consumed as needed. Centuries later, due to drought and food shortages, the fermented rice was also consumed alongside the fish, and the modern sushi dishes we love today started to take shape.

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