NINBEN Smoked Bonito

NINBEN

Quick Verdict

NINBEN Smoked Bonito is a traditional ingredient known for adding umami flavor to Japanese dishes. It is available as a katsuobushi filet, which can be shaved fresh for use in cooking.

Video Proof Moments

Fresh shaving for flavor

Durability in pantry

Extensive smoking process

Versatile for ramen and dishes

Positive personal experience

Key Takeaways

Adds authentic umami flavor to food.

Katsuobushi filet can last for years if stored properly.

Requires a good bonito shaver for preparation.

Enhances a variety of traditional Japanese dishes.

Transcript

Hi, it's Emily from WTI. If you are a huge fan of authentic Japanese cuisine, then you know the value of adding amazing umami flavor to your foods. My husband is an amateur chef and he has found the best way to make authentic Japanese cuisine is to add freshly shaved bonito. And in order to do that, you're going to need to purchase your own katsuobushi filet and bonito shaver box. We have purchased both for our home kitchen and we have no regrets. This has taken my husband's Asian cooking to the next level. A well-preserved katsuobushi filet can last you years in the pantry as long as you keep it dry. Katsuobushi is actually one of the hardest foods in the world, so it's important to use a very sharp bonito shaver when you are getting fresh flakes. It is made through a very long and extensive smoking and drying process of a skipjack tuna. It adds delicious umami and strong flavor to your ramen or other traditional Japanese dish. We have been really happy with this katsuobushi filet from NINBEN. I am really happy we have one of these in our kitchen and I think you will be too. But that's my point of view.