Sushi Vs Sashimi: The Major Difference Explained - Chowhound

Riska/Getty Images People often confuse sushi and sashimi. However, the difference lies in the rice. More specifically, sushi is any food that involves sushi rice, which is a rice seasoned with vinegar. Sashimi, on the other hand, refers to raw meat — usually fish, but not always — that's cut a certain way. The word "sushi" is a combination of the words "su" and "meshi," which means "vinegar" and "rice,"…