{"product_id":"wadakyu-katsuobushi-smoked-bonito-flakes-japanese-40g","title":"Wadakyu Katsuobushi Smoked Bonito Flakes – Japanese 40g","description":"\u003cp\u003eKatsuobushi—smoked, fermented bonito flakes—are the umami backbone of Japanese cooking, and Wadakyu's version brings authentic depth to any kitchen. These delicate, paper-thin flakes have been wood-smoked and aged to develop their characteristic sweet, intensely savory flavor. A single pinch transforms a bowl of rice, crowns a plate of okonomiyaki, or floats above a steaming dashi broth, dancing with the steam as they soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWadakyu sources premium bonito from sustainable fisheries and applies traditional smoking methods that date back centuries. The result is a product that tastes neither fishy nor aggressive—instead, it's the baseline for umami that professional chefs and home cooks rely on. Each gram carries the flavor intensity of a full meal's worth of stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScatter over warm rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables for instant depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep in hot water with kombu seaweed to build a quick, flavorful dashi base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrown okonomiyaki, takoyaki, or other Japanese pancakes and street foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish soups, broths, and egg dishes just before serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 40g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Wadakyu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEAN: 8436566460033\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage: Keep in an airtight container away from light and moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- iberian-enriched-v1 --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Why we love this\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWadakyu katsuobushi represents the essence of umami craftsmanship—wood-smoked and naturally fermented bonito that delivers the savory depth Japanese cuisine demands without any fishiness. A single pinch does the work of hours of simmering stock, making it indispensable for authentic dashi, ramen, and traditional Japanese home cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🍷 Pairing suggestion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect alongside a clean, mineral-driven sake or a crisp Japanese lager to complement its smoky, savory character. Use it to finish miso soup, crown okonomiyaki at a casual izakaya-style meal, or sprinkle over warm rice as a simple, umami-rich side dish that needs nothing else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e📍 From Spain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough katsuobushi originates from Japan's centuries-old smoking tradition, El Corte Inglés curates premium Japanese ingredients like Wadakyu for Spanish and European kitchens, bringing authentic Asian umami to Mediterranean pantries. Sourced directly from Japan's finest bonito processors using sustainable fisheries.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El Corte Inglés","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58181200019840,"sku":"A13242001","price":78.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/5020\/9152\/files\/00113321601349____2__640x640_6973a0b4-f794-48b3-b858-5183b9e93ae4.jpg?v=1780107228","url":"https:\/\/iberiandirect.com\/products\/wadakyu-katsuobushi-smoked-bonito-flakes-japanese-40g","provider":"Iberian Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}