Bonito Flakes

Store unopened packages in a cool, dry place. Once opened, transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate. Use within a few days for best flavor.

The gentle heat from a bowl of hot soup will make the flakes 'dance' – a visually appealing effect and a sign of freshness.

Use them as a topping for rice bowls, salads, or even popcorn for an unexpected savory kick.

They are a primary component of dashi, a fundamental Japanese soup stock.

Dashi

Soy sauce

Mirin

Rice

Tofu

Seaweed (kombu)

Overheating bonito flakes after they have been cooked can diminish their delicate flavor.

Storing opened flakes in a non-airtight container can lead to loss of flavor and aroma.