Product Description:

Katsuobushi is a traditional Japanese cooking ingredient, loved for its intense, umami flavor. Made from smoked skipjack tuna (bonito), dried, and then grated into thin flakes, this product adds a unique depth of flavor to a wide range of dishes. Katsuobushi is an essential ingredient in the preparation of dashi stock and is often used as a garnish in dishes such as takoyaki, okonomiyaki, soups, and salads.

Product Features:

Rich Umami Flavor: Katsuobushi flakes are known for their intense and complex umami flavor, which comes from the smoking and drying process of the tuna. This rich flavor enhances the flavor of many dishes, making them deeper and more flavorful.
Natural and Authentic Ingredients: Made exclusively with high quality tuna, Katsuobushi is a natural product without additives, which retains all the authentic flavor of smoked fish.
Culinary Versatility: Katsuobushi flakes are incredibly versatile and can be used in many ways: to make dashi broth, as a garnish for hot dishes like miso, udon, and soba, or to add a pop of flavor to salads, tofu, and vegetables.
Adds Texture and Flavor: In addition to flavor, Katsuobushi flakes add a pleasant texture and smoky flavor to dishes. Their lightness and ability to "dance" when placed on hot dishes also make them an aesthetically pleasing garnish.
Essential for Dashi: Katsuobushi is a key ingredient in the preparation of dashi, an essential stock base in Japanese cuisine, used in soups, sauces and many other dishes.

Katsuobushi - Smoked Tuna Flakes 40g