秋田県·和菓子
Tomato Daifuku
When you split the daifuku open, a bright red cross-section appears, leaving you surprised—this is the 'Tomato Daifuku' crafted by Kimura-ya, a long-established shop in Yokote City. It is a unique Japanese sweet made with vegetables, a specialty of Yokote, which is known as a fruit-producing region. It uses Sicilian Rouge, a type of mini tomato with high sweetness. The dedication to the craft is evident in how the white bean paste is prepared using only tomato juice without any added water, creating a beautiful layered cross-section of tomato jam, white bean paste, and mochi. The refreshing acidity of the tomato and the gentle sweetness of the white bean paste blend surprisingly naturally. Even those who dislike vegetables might find themselves finishing this in no time. It is a unique and lovely treat that allows you to feel the rich agricultural blessings of Akita.
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