Island Ingredients
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Shima Maasu, Okinawan Salt
Type: Fermented foods, seasonings, and drinks Shima Maasu, Okinawan Salt is one of the island ingredients that carries the flavor and character of Okinawa and Yanbaru. Its appeal is not only in its taste, but also in the way it brings the landscape and food culture of the islands to the table. At OkuMasa, we…
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Okinawan Sea Salt
Type: Seasonings Okinawan Sea Salt is one of the island ingredients that carries the flavor and character of Okinawa and Yanbaru. Its appeal is not only in its taste, but also in the way it brings the landscape and food culture of the islands to the table. At OkuMasa, we look at this ingredient through…
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Sanpin Tea
Type: Fermented foods, seasonings, and drinks Sanpin Tea is one of the island ingredients that carries the flavor and character of Okinawa and Yanbaru. Its appeal is not only in its taste, but also in the way it brings the landscape and food culture of the islands to the table. At OkuMasa, we look at…
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Sugarcane
Type: Fermented foods, seasonings, and drinks Sugarcane is one of the island ingredients that carries the flavor and character of Okinawa and Yanbaru. Its appeal is not only in its taste, but also in the way it brings the landscape and food culture of the islands to the table. At OkuMasa, we look at this…
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Kibi Vinegar
Type: Fermented foods, seasonings, and drinks Kibi Vinegar is one of the island ingredients that carries the flavor and character of Okinawa and Yanbaru. Its appeal is not only in its taste, but also in the way it brings the landscape and food culture of the islands to the table. At OkuMasa, we look at…
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Bonito Flakes
Type: Fermented foods, seasonings, and drinks Bonito Flakes is one of the island ingredients that carries the flavor and character of Okinawa and Yanbaru. Its appeal is not only in its taste, but also in the way it brings the landscape and food culture of the islands to the table. At OkuMasa, we look at…
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Andansu, Okinawan Pork Miso
Type: Fermented foods, seasonings, and drinks Andansu, Okinawan Pork Miso is one of the island ingredients that carries the flavor and character of Okinawa and Yanbaru. Its appeal is not only in its taste, but also in the way it brings the landscape and food culture of the islands to the table. At OkuMasa, we…
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Island Ingredient Guide: Choosing, Storing, and Preparing Fruits and Citrus
Type: Fruits and citrus This guide summarizes the basics for choosing, storing, and preparing fruits and citrus so that they can be used steadily and deliciously. The most important point is to look at the condition of each ingredient: freshness, aroma, moisture, texture, ripeness, and how it will be cooked. Flavor and aroma Good ingredients…
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Koregusu Chili Sauce
Type: Fermented foods, seasonings, and drinks Koregusu Chili Sauce is one of the island ingredients that carries the flavor and character of Okinawa and Yanbaru. Its appeal is not only in its taste, but also in the way it brings the landscape and food culture of the islands to the table. At OkuMasa, we look…
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Okinawan Mulberry
Type: Fruits and citrus Okinawan Mulberry is one of the island ingredients that carries the flavor and character of Okinawa and Yanbaru. Its appeal is not only in its taste, but also in the way it brings the landscape and food culture of the islands to the table. At OkuMasa, we look at this ingredient…