what is sashimi

Sashimi is a Japanese dish of thinly sliced raw food, usually fish and seafood, but also sometimes other meats. It is often served with daikon radish, shiso leaves, soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger. Sashimi is different from sushi, as it does not include seasoned, vinegared rice. While most sashimi is served raw, some items are briefly cooked for flavor and texture. It can be made of various types of fish, seafood, or meat, and is typically served as an appetizer or part of a meal. When eating sashimi, it is customary to pick up a piece with chopsticks, dip it in the accompanying sauce, and eat it in a single bite