{"product_id":"tsukushin-wild-kurokuchi-hama-makombu-for-dashi-80g","title":"Tsukushin Wild Kurokuchi-hama Makombu for Dashi 80g","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring authentic Japanese flavour to your kitchen with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTsukushin Wild Kurokuchi-hama Makombu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a premium dried kelp perfect for making naturally rich and savoury \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekombu dashi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Harvested for its deep umami and clean ocean flavour, makombu is one of the most popular types of Japanese kelp used for traditional dashi stock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis dried kombu is ideal for creating the base of classic Japanese dishes such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emiso soup, noodle broth, hot pot, simmered vegetables, Japanese curry, chawanmushi and dipping sauces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is also a great ingredient for plant-based cooking, adding depth and umami without the need for meat or fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for anyone looking to make \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eauthentic Japanese dashi at home in the UK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this 80g pack is easy to store and a little goes a long way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse kombu to make a simple Japanese soup stock, or add a small piece directly to soups, stews, rice dishes or simmered dishes to enhance flavour. Gently wipe the surface with a dry or lightly damp cloth before use, but do not wash it, as the natural white powder on the surface contains umami.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Make Kombu Dashi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-spread=\"false\" start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAdd around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10g of kombu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 litre of water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLeave to soak for at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or ideally \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eseveral hours\/overnight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a deeper flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat slowly over low to medium heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove the kombu just before the water begins to boil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the dashi straight away as a base for miso soup, noodle broth, hot pot or Japanese cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a stronger flavour, you can add bonito flakes after removing the kombu to make awase dashi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tsukushin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57889506525567,"sku":"K3223A","price":14.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/2638\/2160\/files\/K3223A.png?v=1783077224","url":"https:\/\/shop.yutaka.london\/products\/tsukushin-wild-kurokuchi-hama-makombu-for-dashi-80g","provider":"Yutaka Shop Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}