HIDAKA KOMBU, one of the highest quality kombu (kelp) in Japan, is harvested in the southern part of Hokkaido, which is also known as MITSUISHI KOMBU. HIDAKA KOMBU is good for both making stock (broth) and eating. It easily gets soft when boiled and tastes excellent. It is rich in minerals and fiber while it contains very few calories. Enjoy this natural, healthy food for your dieting and beauty.
Good soup stock for delicious miso soup, noodle, nimono, oden (Japanese dishes), etc. Healthy food used in salad, pasta, nimono, kombu-maki (Japanese dishes), etc.
How to make kombu dashi (Japanese soup stock) (Please also see the pictures and English instructions on the back of the package.) (1) Clean the kombu Wipe the surface of the kombu with a wet cloth (do not wash in water). (2) Soak the kombu in water Put 60 fl oz of water in a pan and soak 1.25 oz of the kombu for about 40 minutes. (3) Heat the water Heat the water slowly so that it boils in about 20 minutes. (4) Remove the kombu Turn off the heat before the water begins to boil and remove the kombu. Add a pinch of salt to the dashi to help bring out the taste. The removed kombu can be used for salads or other dishes.