FishSmoked & Dried
Bonito Flakes
aka. dried bonito flakes, hana-katsuo, hanakatsuo, katsuobushi, kezuri-bushi, kezuribushi
Thin shavings of dried, fermented, and smoked skipjack tuna, known as katsuobushi in Japan.
FLAVOR PROFILE
Umami-rich with smoky notes and a hint of oceanic salinity.
TEXTURE PROFILE
Light, paper-thin flakes that are dry and crisp to the touch.
Culinary Uses
- Dashi Stock: Boiled to extract flavors and form the base for Japanese soups and broths.
- Garnish: Sprinkled over dishes such as okonomiyaki and takoyaki for added flavor and presentation.
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