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Nomura-san's miso is some of the best we have ever tried. His commitment to his koji for each miso is a testament to his fine condiments, plus in Japan miso is everywhere and everyone uses it for this or that. Nomura-san’s aka (red) miso has a strong flavor, mixing sweet, salty and savory elements. This robustness in flavor is attained over a 3 year fermentation. This miso can be a great marinade for meats or used in miso soups that include vegetables like potatoes or pumpkin. Keep refrigerated.
Ingredients: soybean, barley (wheat), salt
Shipping Notes: The miso is shipped with a cold pack to keep it cool during shipping. It is fine if the cold pack melts in transit, just place the miso in the refrigerator upon arrival.
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Horikawaya Nomura is a 300 plus year old soy sauce & miso brewery located in Gobo City, Wakayama Prefecture. Over the centuries they have perfected their use of traditional techniques to produce some of the best soy sauce and miso that we have tasted.
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When you make things from scratch like Iio Jozo does by making sake first, then fermenting that into vinegar, naturally you will have some by-products. In sake making the by-product is called sake kasu (sake lees). Iio Jozo decided to take their sake kasu and basically ferment it into vinegar. Sounds simple enough, right? But Iio Jozo ages it for 10 years before they call it Akasu (red vinegar). This special brew is very different, almost like a tame sherry vinegar crossed with rice vinegar. Top sushi chefs use it in their rice, but we find it amazing in many other way - think pickles, vinaigrettes, etc.
Ingredients: water, rice, aged sake lees
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Iio Jozo is a 123 year old vinegar company located on the Sea of Japan near the town of Miyazu. By controlling the process from start to finish and sticking to traditional production methods, Iio-san produces what is arguably the highest quality rice vinegar in Japan.
$ 21.00
Nomura-san's miso is some of the best we have ever tried. His commitment to his koji for each miso is a testament to his fine condiments. This wonderful awase miso is what they called a mixed miso, which is something of a cross between white and red miso. Nomura-san ages this miso for one and a half years. The flavor is similar to red, but more mellow and less salty, which works perfectly with subtle flavors. One of our favorite ways to use this product is in a miso soup with eggplant or clams (or any other briny seafood). Keep refrigerated.
Ingredients: rice, barley (wheat), soybean, salt
Shipping Notes: The miso is shipped with a cold pack to keep it cool during shipping. It is fine if the cold pack melts in transit, just place the miso in the refrigerator upon arrival.
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Horikawaya Nomura is a 300 plus year old soy sauce & miso brewery located in Gobo City, Wakayama Prefecture. Over the centuries they have perfected their use of traditional techniques to produce some of the best soy sauce and miso that we have tasted.
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This kit has artisanal Japanese ingredients to help make a delicious Beef Shabu-Shabu at home. Plus you get 10% off for buying as a bundle. It includes:
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$ 9.00
Gomashio is a dry condiment, similar to a simple furikake, made from crushed organic black sesame seeds (goma) and salt (shio). It is wonderful sprinkled over plain rice, sekihan, onigiri or wherever you want to add some sesame flavor and a bit of saltiness.
Ingredients: organic black sesame seeds, salt
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Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other.
$ 49.75 – Sold Out
The same size used by chefs!
This oil has a light golden color. It has the thick aroma of freshly ground almonds, cacao and sesame all packed into one. Store in a cool, dark place. Do not refrigerate.
Ingredients: black sesame seeds
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Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other.
$ 30.00 $ 35.00
This oil has a light golden color. It has the thick aroma of freshly ground almonds, cacao and sesame all packed into one. Store in a cool, dark place. Do not refrigerate.
Ingredients: organic black sesame seeds
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Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other.
$ 64.50
The same size used by chefs!
This deep, rich, nutty black sesame paste can lend itself to many applications, both sweet and savory. Store in a cool, dark place. Do not refrigerate. Like many high quality nut butters, the oil and solids may separate over time. If this happens, use your hands to massage the pouch to reincorporate.
Ingredients: black sesame seeds
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Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other.
$ 10.00 $ 12.75
New Size and Packaging!
This deep, rich, nutty black sesame paste can lend itself to many applications, both sweet and savory. Store in a cool, dark place. Do not refrigerate. Oil separation is natural; massage the package to reincorporate.
Ingredients: organic black sesame seeds
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Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other.
$ 49.00
Iio Jozo's brown rice vinegar is made just like their Pure and Premium rice vinegar, except it is made with brown rice. This wonderful brew has a rich, malty taste. It is great for adding to broths, ponzu, pickles or making vinaigrette.
Ingredients: water, rice
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Iio Jozo is a 123 year old vinegar company located on the Sea of Japan near the town of Miyazu. By controlling the process from start to finish and sticking to traditional production methods, Iio-san produces what is arguably the highest quality rice vinegar in Japan.
$ 80.00
The same size used by chefs!
Iio Jozo's brown rice vinegar is made just like their Pure and Premium rice vinegar, except it is made with brown rice. This wonderful brew has a rich, malty taste. It is great for adding to broths, ponzu, pickles or making vinaigrette.
Ingredients: water, rice
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Iio Jozo is a 123 year old vinegar company located on the Sea of Japan near the town of Miyazu. By controlling the process from start to finish and sticking to traditional production methods, Iio-san produces what is arguably the highest quality rice vinegar in Japan.
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We have been on a quest to find a dark roasted sesame oil that still tasted like sesame (unlike so many dark roasted sesame oils that just hit you over the head with roasted flavor). Wadaman came to the rescue with this oil which nicely balances the golden sesame flavor with the right amount of dark roast. Store in cool, dark place, do not refrigerate.
Ingredients: golden sesame seeds
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Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other.
$ 72.00
The same size used by chefs!
We have been on a quest to find a dark roasted sesame oil that still tasted like sesame (unlike so many dark roasted sesame oils that just hit you over the head with roasted flavor). Wadaman came to the rescue with this oil which nicely balances the golden sesame flavor with the right amount of dark roast. Store in cool, dark place, do not refrigerate.
Ingredients: golden sesame seeds
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Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other.
$ 12.00
A truly elegant tasting experience is Suehiro's double brewed soy sauce (saishikomi). To make double brewed soy sauce, first Suehiro makes a 'regular' batch using soybeans, wheat, salt, water & koji. They then brew another batch of soy sauce, except this time Suehiro omits the salt and water and instead uses the first batch of soy sauce. This produces a soy sauce with a deeper, softer flavor and more viscous texture than regular soy sauce. It is also surprisingly less salty than regular soy sauce. Great for dipping your fish, double brewed soy sauce can also be used to make an amazing ice cream - yes, ice cream (think salty caramel...here's the recipe).
Produced from only Japanese-grown soybeans, wheat and natural sea salt.
Please refrigerate after opening.
Ingredients: water, soybean, wheat, salt
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Located in Tatsuno City, Suehiro Shoyu has been using traditional methods to brew usukuchi (light colored) soy sauce since 1879.
$ 20.00
Not all mushroom powders are the same. Their contributions to a dish vary greatly. Take porcini powder, which is a beast of flavor and can dominate a dish. Shiitake powder is different, gentler. Think of it this way, adding porcini adds porcini flavor, but adding shiitake adds umami with shiitake flavor. Takehisa’s shiitake powder is wonderful because the mushrooms are grown slowly in the forest during the colder months, which develops intense flavor and umami. We use this wonderful condiment when we want to add an umami depth to a dish. For us the most obvious usage is ramen. Add some to the broth and the umami levels soar. But do not stop there - try it in stir frys, pot roasts, and braises. You can also add some shiitake powder when you pre-salt meats or proteins. The list goes on and on.
Store in a cool, dry, dark place.
Ingredients: dried shiitake mushroom
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For over 85 years Takehisa has been a family-owned shiitake company located in Chikugo in Kyushu.
$ 22.00
Dried shiitake mushrooms are such an important player in Japanese cuisine because they add so much umami. Takehisa’s Donko Dried Shiitake are some of the best because they are grown slowly over the winter, which amplifies their earthy umami, flavor and aroma.
These make delicious dashi, boiled dishes and bases for soup. They’re also really great for Chinese recipes because of their thick texture. Secret tip: they’re perfect to eat after they have been rehydrated - so don’t throw them away!
Store in a cool, dry, dark place.
Ingredients: dried shiitake mushroom
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For over 85 years Takehisa has been a family-owned shiitake company located in Chikugo in Kyushu.
$ 21.00
To start, Joël Robuchon says that this vinegar is one of the best ingredients from Japan. Do we need to say more? Of course, this vinegar is truly unique. The nose smells of fresh fig and the taste is that of fig leaf with wonderfully complex acid notes.
Ingredients: fig
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Iio Jozo is a 123 year old vinegar company located on the Sea of Japan near the town of Miyazu. By controlling the process from start to finish and sticking to traditional production methods, Iio-san produces what is arguably the highest quality rice vinegar in Japan.
$ 11.00
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We are so excited that artisanal salt producer Jacobsen Salt Co. has again selected Wadaman roasted golden sesame seeds to add to their furikake. A condiment found in almost every Japanese home, furikake consists of various ingredients and is used to sprinkle on steamed rice or almost anything to add flavor and texture.
Jacobsen's version mixes Wadaman's delicious roasted sesame seeds with their own pure kosher salt from Netarts Bay, some dulse (seaweed) sustainably harvested on the Oregon Coast, a bit of sugar and some dried mushrooms. It has crunch & sesame flavor from the seeds, the right amount of saltiness, a hint of sweet and umami from the mushrooms and seaweed.
Ingredients: sesame seeds, sugar, sea salt, dulse flakes, mushroom powder, organic sunflower oil
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Founded in 2011, Jacobsen Salt Co is an artisanal salt producer based in Oregon.
Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other.
$ 25.00
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The same size used by chefs!
The oil is deep in golden color and flavor. The rich floral aroma has a fresh roasted nutty sesame quality. Store in cool, dark place, do not refrigerate.
Ingredients: golden sesame seeds
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Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other.
$ 49.00
The oil is deep in golden color and flavor. The rich floral aroma has a fresh roasted nutty sesame quality. Store in cool, dark place, do not refrigerate.
Ingredients: organic golden sesame seeds
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Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other.
$ 74.00
The same size used by chefs!
There is a reason golden sesame seeds are the most highly praised in the sesame world. Their amazing aroma and rich nutty flavor can often make this paste a meal in its own. Naturally it lends itself well to traditional Japanese dishes like Goma Ae. Yet this golden paste is also perfect on an SB&J sandwich (Sesame Butter & Jelly). Store in a cool, dark place. Do not refrigerate. Like many high quality nut butters, the oil and solids may separate over time. If this happens, use your hands to massage the pouch to reincorporate.
Ingredients: golden sesame seeds
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Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other.
$ 16.00
New Size and Packaging!
There is a reason golden sesame seeds are the most highly praised in the sesame world. Their amazing aroma and rich nutty flavor can often make this paste a meal in its own. Naturally it lends itself well to traditional Japanese dishes like Goma Ae. Yet this golden paste is also perfect on an SB&J sandwich (Sesame Butter & Jelly). Store in a cool, dark place. Do not refrigerate. Oil separation is natural; massage the package to reincorporate.
Ingredients: organic golden sesame seeds
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Wadaman Co., Ltd. is located in Osaka, Japan and has been a sesame manufacturer for more than 130 years. The fourth generation owner, Etsuji Wada, has been personally roasting the seeds for over 40 years. Known as the best roaster in Japan, his skills produce sesame seeds with a delicate & nuanced flavor like none other.
$ 24.00
Iio Jozo has added honey to their amazing Purple Sweet Potato vinegar to sweeten it up a bit. Now we have an earthy, tart and sweet vinegar that could become the perfect shrub, vinaigrette or whatever you feel would be the best application. Enjoy this wonderful provision.
Ingredients: water, purple sweet potato, rice, honey
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Iio Jozo is a 123 year old vinegar company located on the Sea of Japan near the town of Miyazu. By controlling the process from start to finish and sticking to traditional production methods, Iio-san produces what is arguably the highest quality rice vinegar in Japan.
$ 91.75
The same size used by chefs!
Iio Jozo has added honey to their amazing Purple Sweet Potato vinegar to sweeten it up a bit. Now we have an earthy, tart and sweet vinegar that could become the perfect shrub, vinaigrette or whatever you feel would be the best application. Enjoy this wonderful provision.
Ingredients: water, purple sweet potato, rice, honey
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Iio Jozo is a 123 year old vinegar company located on the Sea of Japan near the town of Miyazu. By controlling the process from start to finish and sticking to traditional production methods, Iio-san produces what is arguably the highest quality rice vinegar in Japan.
$ 40.75
The same size used by chefs!
Tsujita-san’s Ichimi Togarashi is fiery blend of Takanotsume and Santaka chili peppers. They are stone ground and carefully blended to balance flavor and heat. This has such a wonderful aroma of chili peppers and an intense heat. Use this spice to add some zing to any meat dish, noodles, miso soup or whatever you want to spice up.
Keep in freezer when not using to preserve freshness.
Ingredients: dried red chili pepper
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Yamatsu Tsujita Co. Ltd. is located just outside Osaka, Japan. Fourth generation owner Tsujita-san is passionate about his spices and has gone so far as to single-handedly save the cultivation of Japanese Takanotsume (Hawk's Claw) chili. This chili is highlighted in his shichimi togarashi.
$ 10.75
Tsujita-san’s Ichimi Togarashi is fiery blend of Takanotsume and Santaka chili peppers. They are stone ground and carefully blended to balance flavor and heat. This has such a wonderful aroma of chili peppers and an intense heat. Use this spice to add some zing to any meat dish, noodles, miso soup or whatever you want to spice up.
Keep in freezer when not using to preserve freshness.
Ingredients: dried red chili pepper
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Yamatsu Tsujita Co. Ltd. is located just outside Osaka, Japan. Fourth generation owner Tsujita-san is passionate about his spices and has gone so far as to single-handedly save the cultivation of Japanese Takanotsume (Hawk's Claw) chili. This chili is highlighted in his shichimi togarashi.
$ 66.75
Omiyage, beautifully packaged souvenirs brought back from one's travels, are an important part of the gift giving culture in Japan. We are excited to offer our first Omiyage with this wonderful box that contains two bottles of Iio Jozo's artisanal vinegar.
This box contains a 500ml bottle of Iio Jozo Pure Rice Vinegar and a 500ml bottle of Iio Jozo Pure Premium Rice Vinegar.
For both of these vinegars Iio-san uses pesticide-free rice and spring water to first make sake, which he then ferments into vinegar. The Pure Rice Vinegar is made using 200 grams of rice per liter - which is five times the minimum amount required by law. The Pure Premium Rice Vinegar goes even further, using 320 grams of rice to make a liter. Both are exceptional products that deserve a place in your pantry.
Ingredients: water, rice
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Pure Rice Vinegar
Pure Premium Rice Vinegar
Iio Jozo is a 123 year old vinegar company located on the Sea of Japan near the town of Miyazu. By controlling the process from start to finish and sticking to traditional production methods, Iio-san produces what is arguably the highest quality rice vinegar in Japan.
$ 99.00 $ 112.00
The same size used by chefs!
These flakes from Matoba Suisan are made from katsuobushi known as Karebushi, which is skipjack tuna that has been poached, smoked and then repeatedly taken through a cycle of fermentation and sun drying. The fermenting process is laborious, takes at least 6 months to produce and creates katsuobushi that yields a deeper, rounder, more nuanced umami. Often used by the highest end restaurants in Japan, it really is the pinnacle of katsuobushi.
They are a wonderful addition to any dish as a topping. You can add a smoky, slightly salty, umami rich savory-meaty flavor by simply sprinkling on top of dishes like Takoyaki, Agedashi tofu, etc.
To learn more about the differences and how to use fermented vs non-fermented katsuobushi, please read our blog post Katsuobushi Journey.
Store at room temperature away from direct sunlight. Keep refrigerated after opening.
Ingredients: dried skipjack tuna (contains fish: skipjack tuna)
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Located in the port town of Makurazaki in far southern Kyushu, Matoba Suisan crafts katsuobushi using traditional methods.
$ 25.00 $ 29.00
These flakes from Matoba Suisan are made from katsuobushi known as Karebushi, which is skipjack tuna that has been poached, smoked and then repeatedly taken through a cycle of fermentation and sun drying. The fermenting process is laborious, takes at least 6 months to produce and creates katsuobushi that yields a deeper, rounder, more nuanced umami. Often used by the highest end restaurants in Japan, it really is the pinnacle of katsuobushi.
They are a wonderful addition to any dish as a topping. You can add a smoky, slightly salty, umami rich savory-meaty flavor by simply sprinkling on top of dishes like Takoyaki, Agedashi tofu, etc.
To learn more about the differences and how to use fermented vs non-fermented katsuobushi, please read our blog post Katsuobushi Journey.
Store at room temperature away from direct sunlight. Keep refrigerated after opening.
Ingredients: dried skipjack tuna (contains fish: skipjack tuna)
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Located in the port town of Makurazaki in far southern Kyushu, Matoba Suisan crafts katsuobushi using traditional methods.
$ 99.00 $ 107.00
The same size used by chefs!
These shavings from Matoba Suisan are made from katsuobushi known as Karebushi, which is skipjack tuna that has been poached, smoked and then repeatedly taken through a cycle of fermentation and sun drying. The fermenting process is laborious and takes at least 6 months to produce. Often used by the highest end restaurants in Japan, it really is the pinnacle of katsuobushi.
They impart a wonderfully smoky, slightly salty flavor and bring a deeper, rounder, more nuanced umami. This thick shaved katsuobushi is used for making an umami forward, deep flavored dashi, but remember to let it steep for at least 20 minutes. The longer you let it steep, the more intense your dashi will be.
To learn more about the differences and how to use fermented vs non-fermented katsuobushi, please read our blog post Katsuobushi Journey.
Store at room temperature away from direct sunlight. Keep refrigerated after opening.
Ingredients: dried skipjack tuna (contains fish: skipjack tuna)
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Located in the port town of Makurazaki in far southern Kyushu, Matoba Suisan crafts katsuobushi using traditional methods.
$ 22.00 $ 27.50
These shavings from Matoba Suisan are made from katsuobushi known as Karebushi, which is skipjack tuna that has been poached, smoked and then repeatedly taken through a cycle of fermentation and sun drying. The fermenting process is laborious and takes at least 6 months to produce. Often used by the highest end restaurants in Japan, it really is the pinnacle of katsuobushi.
They impart a wonderfully smoky, slightly salty flavor and bring a deeper, rounder, more nuanced umami. This thick shaved katsuobushi is used for making an umami forward, deep flavored dashi, but remember to let it steep for at least 20 minutes. The longer you let it steep, the more intense your dashi will be.
To learn more about the differences and how to use fermented vs non-fermented katsuobushi, please read our blog post Katsuobushi Journey.
Store at room temperature away from direct sunlight. Keep refrigerated after opening.
Ingredients: dried skipjack tuna (contains fish: skipjack tuna)
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Located in the port town of Makurazaki in far southern Kyushu, Matoba Suisan crafts katsuobushi using traditional methods.
$ 89.00
