Uramaki is a type of sushi roll known as an "inside-out roll." Unlike traditional sushi rolls where the seaweed (nori) is on the outside, in uramaki the seaweed is on the inside and the sushi rice is on the outside. The filling, which often consists of multiple ingredients like fish, vegetables, or crab meat, is wrapped inside the seaweed. The outside rice is sometimes topped with sesame seeds, fish roe, or other toppings. The uramaki style was invented in Vancouver, Canada, by Japanese chef Hidekazu Tojo, who created the California Roll, the first popular inside-out roll. This style of sushi is particularly popular in America and is often served with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger. To eat uramaki, it's recommended to use chopsticks because the rice on the outside can be sticky. The roll is typically eaten in one bite to enjoy the combined flavors of the ingredients. In summary, uramaki means "inside-out roll," where the rice is on the outside, the nori seaweed on the inside, and fillings in the center, making it distinct from traditional sushi rolls with seaweed on the outside.
