秋田県·特産品
Tsukudani (Simmered Food)
Tsukudani, made by simmering the bounties of the Sea of Japan and local lakes in a sweet and savory sauce, is an essential preserved food on Akita's dining tables. Originally born in Edo, tsukudani is said to have been introduced to Akita during the Meiji era. By slowly simmering small fish, shellfish, seaweed, walnuts, and kelp from the sea and lakes in soy sauce and sugar, the rich umami of the ingredients is tightly locked in. For ingredients where freshness is vital, it is important to simmer them quickly at the production site, showcasing the skill of makers who preserve traditional methods. The wide variety of types is one of the enjoyable aspects of Akita's tsukudani. Placed atop warm rice, it is enough to make your chopsticks keep moving. It is a simple yet addictive taste of Akita that is also wonderful as an accompaniment to tea.
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