{"title":"Bonito Flakes (Katsuobushi)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese bonito flakes\u003c\/strong\u003e (known as katsuobushi) are thin, dried, and shaved pieces of fish, specifically from bonito, a type of tuna. The fish is smoked, fermented, and dried to create a hard block, which is then shaved into delicate flakes. These flakes are an essential ingredient in Japanese cuisine, prized for their rich, smoky umami flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBonito flakes are most commonly used to make dashi (a fundamental Japanese stock) and are often sprinkled as a garnish on dishes like takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wownippon.com\/search?q=ramen\" title=\"Search for Ramen\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eramen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. The flakes dissolve slightly when added to hot liquids, releasing their savory flavor. They are also used in soup broths, sauces, and seasoning mixes, contributing to the deep, umami-rich profile that defines much of Japanese cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.wownippon.com\/en-sa\/collections\/japanese-bonito-flakes.oembed","provider":"WowNippon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}