三重県·特産品
Whole Dried Pacific Saury
As the cold winds begin to blow, the seaside of Kumano-nada is lined with the sight of rows of drying saury. This is the whole dried Pacific saury, a quintessential symbol of winter. The 'modori-sanma' (returning saury) that migrate south from autumn are characterized by having less fat and a refreshing taste. These are salted along with their organs and slowly dried using the cold, dry winds blowing down from the mountains of Kumand and the winter sunlight. Because the fat has been rendered out, the concentrated umami and the pleasant bitterness of the innards become even more pronounced. When lightly grilled, the flesh becomes plump accompanied by a fragrant aroma. It is a unique winter delicacy of the Higashiki-shu region, with a lingering bitterness that keeps you coming back for more. As the cold deepens, the flavor becomes even richer. Please try adding this bounty from the Kumano sea to your winter dining table.
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