By Dean Murray

Mouth-watering pictures show astronauts tucking into off-planet sushi.

The unexpected Japanese-influenced feast was enjoyed by the crew aboard the International Space Station.

It joins an expanding menu that has seen them create space fajitas, canapés and even burgers.

However, the internet is divided on the sushi on offer.

Comments online have included "That’s a very loose use of the word sushi" and a bruising review that reads "3/10 on earth. 10/10 in space."

NASA detailed how the treats were made, along with an explanation of how the diners stop the food from floating off in microgravity.

They said: "One tray features shrimp cocktail on whole grain wheat crackers, while the other holds sushi made with seaweed , Spam, tuna, and rice.

"Both trays are secured w

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