Most sushi dishes are served with a small portion of pickled ginger. What's the traditional purpose of this flavorful root?

While some enjoy adding pickled ginger to the top of their rolls, and others just enjoy it's appearance on the plate, this spicy root is traditionally used as a palate cleanser. In Japanese culture, it's said to help distinguish between the distinct flavors of each fish.

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