When Sushi University was created we intended present unbiased articles about sushi, regardless of Banzai’s products.  We have tried to give objective information about frozen sushi and its many facets.  However, we have received many requests about how Banzai’s technology matches up with the high standards we have discussed in Sushi University regarding frozen sushi manufacturing.  We hope that this article presents a sufficient response to questions about Banzai’s quality. 

In a world of endless choices, the right choice may not always be so clear.  We want to make choosing Banzai Sushi the simple choice.  After looking at the many benefits of Banzai, you will be able to feel confident about choosing the highest quality frozen sushi. 

Within the ever growing and evolving world of frozen sushi, there are few specialists who have such a complete understanding of the industry as Banzai Sushi’s owner, president and Chief Sushi Scientist, Henderson Mar.  Henderson has over 20 years of experience in the food industry and conducted more than 700 tests to ensure that his sushi, once flash frozen and thawed, would taste just as good as fresh.  Ongoing research continues today as Banzai currently distributes its frozen sushi to more than 15 countries world wide.    

By properly freezing fresh sushi, the flavor and texture is preserved.  When freezing sushi it is important to freeze the product quickly and at very low temperatures.  This can be done by using flash freezing as opposed to passive freezing, where it just sits on a frozen shelf and freezes gradually.  Why is this important?  When blast freezing, smaller ice crystals are formed, therefore there is less cell damage.  This is evidenced by less shrinkage, less loss of water ("puddling") upon complete thawing.  The rice is soft, sticky and moist as in fresh products.  Less cell damage also means, colors of the ingredients are also preserved (i.e. green vegetables, like avocados or spinach, retain there green color), the seafood retains its tender texture, and doesn’t become fishy, dry and chewy.  Similar to when fisherman throw their catches directly on ice to preserve the fish, our sushi is quickly frozen soon after it is made, to preserve its fresh taste and texture, resulting in an end product which is not possible with conventional freezing.

In order to make great sushi, attention to detail is crucial.  All of Banzai’s sushi is hand rolled, and the 49 standard varieties and countless custom varieties guarantee all individuals’ tastes can be satisfied.  Special attention is also paid to the temperature of the sushi at every stage of production in order to ensure the quality of every piece.  Sushi is shipped with dry ice in orders of less than 200 pieces and temperature recorders on large commercial freight orders to make certain that all parties receive their orders in perfect condition.  Another way Banzai ensures the highest quality product is by using the highest quality ingredients.  Banzai uses high quality domestically grown rice, wild-caught fish, and adds absolutely no artificial colors or preservatives.  Many of Banzai’s rolls are also GMO-free (made without genetically modified ingredients).  The natural ingredients in sushi are packed with vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins A, B, C and niacin.  To learn more about the many benefits of sushi read “Sushi… The Newest Health Food.”

Still need more reasons to choose Banzai’s frozen sushi?  How about the convenience of sushi any time you want.  By using its proprietary procedure of making sushi, Banzai has given its sushi, a shelf life of 6 months or more, as opposed to a day or two like fresh sushi.  And without preservatives, you can be sure you are getting the same health benefits as fresh.  Home-frozen sushi is inedible because without the proper freezing procedures and methods, the rice loses its texture and becomes “mushy” and dry, while the seafood is “fishy” tasting and chewy. 

Banzai Sushi offers an unmatched variety using the highest quality ingredients.  16 years of research, a skilled manufacturing team and dedicated customers have given Banzai Sushi the ultimate edge necessary to provide you with the world’s best frozen sushi.  Try it for yourself today.

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