秋田県·特産品
Wild Plants (Sansai)
These are natural wild plants delivered by the mountains of Akita with the arrival of spring. Delicacies such as kogomi (ostrich fern), zenmai (bracken fern), mizu (water fern), and tara-no-me (angelica tree shoots) sprout one after another from the snow-melted earth, offering a feast available only during this season. In Akita, blessed with abundant forests, gathering wild plants has been a part of daily life since ancient times. Their slight bitterness, unique texture, and crisp bite are proof of being nurtured slowly by nature. When prepared as tempura, they are fluffy and fragrant; when served as ohitashi (blanched greens), they are refreshing, each method highlighting their individual character. The slight extra effort required for preparation is all part of the joy of waiting for the season. We hope you will savor this dish while in season, capturing the very first scents and bitterness of spring.
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