Dried + Preserved Foods

Kombu is an edible kelp (seaweed) and responsible for umami. It's used in many...

Shiokombu is seasoned and dried thin strips of kombu. Eat it as an accompaniment...

Kiriboshi Daikon is dried daikon strips or dried shredded daikon radish.

Menma (メンマ) is a Japanese condiment made from lactate-fermented bamboo shoots and is a...

A savory blend of chopped vegetables, Fukujinzuke is a popular side dish to Japanese...

Takuan, also known as takuwan or takuan-zuke, is a popular daikon pickle, a traditional...

Dried wood ear mushrooms (きくらげ) turn into a large wavy black mushroom when reconstituted...

Kanpyō are long, dried gourd strips are commonly used as an ingredient in futomaki, a...

Koyadofu, or freeze-dried tofu, is a traditional Japanese food high in protein and low...

Fu, or wheat gluten, is a high-protein meat replacer used in Japanese and Asian...

Ume or umeboshi (梅干し) is Japanese pickled plums. Notably known for its distinct sour...

Skip the hassle of parboiling fresh bamboo shoots by using packaged bamboo shoots. You’ll...