滋賀県·郷土料理
Tai Somen (Sea Bream Somen Noodles)
In Shiga, a prefecture without a coastline, there is a feast that uses an entire sea bream. This is 'Tai Somen,' passed down in the town of Hino, a hub for Omi merchants. It is said to have originated when merchants returning from their travels during the annual Hino Festival served precious sea bream to their guests, spreading widely since the mid-Edo period. An entire sea bream is simmered in a sweet and savory sauce, and the somen noodles are cooked using the flavorful liquid from this simmering process. To finish, the noodles are arranged on a large platter to resemble the waves of the vast ocean, with the whole simmered sea bream placed grandly on top. It is a visually stunning dish perfectly suited for celebrations. The somen, having absorbed the essence of the sea bream broth, glides smoothly down the throat, leaving a pleasant sweet and savory aftertaste. Certified as one of the Agency for Cultural Affairs' '100 Year Foods,' it is a taste of warm hospitality from a landlocked prefecture.
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