The Japanese Pantry - Matoba Suisan - Karebushi Katsuobushi - 70 g

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.

Matoba Suisan brings exceptional quality to their products. This is the kind of product that defines what The Ambrosian Pantry is about: extraordinary quality from producers who refuse to compromise.

Pairs with: Dashi, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, rice, or as a finishing garnish on any Japanese-inspired dish.
Perfect for: Japanese cooking enthusiasts, umami seekers, and the foundation of authentic Japanese cuisine. Available at The Ambrosian Pantry, 263 Josephine St in Cherry Creek, Denver, where every spice on the shelf has been chosen for a reason. Shop in store or at theambrosianpantry.com.

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