[Miyagi Prefecture] Even more delicious bamboo kamaboko! Introducing recommended products and fun arrangement recipes

Sasa kamaboko is a classic souvenir from Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture . The plump texture and elegant flavor of the fish leave a lasting impression. It's a great ingredient to have as a snack with alcohol or as a side dish at the dinner table.

Sasa kamaboko is of course delicious when eaten simply, but why not try a slightly different recipe every now and then? I would be happy if this article helped you discover a new charm of Sasa Kamaboko.

Sasa Kamaboko in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture

Sasa kamaboko is now a standard souvenir from Miyagi Prefecture. It has the shape of a bamboo leaf that is easy to hold

Sasa kamaboko hand-baking experience

The history of Sasa Kamaboko dates back to the Meiji period. It all started when people started making kamaboko to consume flounder, which was abundantly caught in the waters around Miyagi Prefecture at the time.

Normally, the flesh of flounder is too soft to make kamaboko. However, after repeated trial and error in order to take advantage of its taste and aroma, they finally succeeded in making kamaboko with a good texture.

For a while after it went on sale, it seems to have been called ``Bero Kamaboko'' or ``Palm Kamaboko.'' In the Showa period, it became known as Sasakamaboko because it was associated with the family crest of the Date family, the lord of the Sendai domain, ``bamboo and sparrow.''

To this day, each kamaboko manufacturer sells unique products.

Introducing 3 popular and recommended Sasa Kamaboko selections

When choosing souvenirs from Sendai, you will find a variety of products from various bamboo kamaboko manufacturers. There are so many that I'm having trouble deciding which one to buy. Therefore, we will introduce three recommended products from Sasa Kamaboko's popular products.

Abe's bamboo kamaboko

This is Sasa Kamaboko from Abe Kamaboko store, the godfather of Sasa Kamaboko. This is one of the classics, and is nicknamed "Abe Kama." The kamaboko is carefully grilled and has a fluffy texture and fragrant grilled eyes. The taste is also elegant, using local Miyagi sake and Miyagi Prefecture Honjozo special grade soy sauce.

Official site: Abe's Sasa Kamaboko

Hakuken's bamboo kamaboko

A long-established store founded in the Taisho era in Ishinomaki City. The kamaboko made using the flesh of the high-grade fish kichiji is highly fragrant and has a fishy flavor. Kamaboko is thick and has a smooth flesh with a firm elasticity. Kamaboko with ingredients such as squid and red ginger is also popular.

Official site: Hakuken's Sasa Kamaboko

Kanezaki big catch flag

This bamboo kamaboko is large, thick, and has a strong impact. With its firm texture and rich flavor, it is extremely satisfying to eat. There are no chemical seasonings, egg whites, or starches, so even people with allergies can eat it with confidence.

Official site: Kanezaki's Big Catch Flag

Arranged recipe using bamboo kamaboko

Sasa kamaboko is generally eaten as is or with just soy sauce. But sometimes you want to try something a little different.

So, I would like to introduce a bamboo kamaboko arrangement recipe that anyone can easily make. Please enjoy the charm of Sasa Kamaboko, which is a little different from the usual.

Bamboo fish cake with mentaiko mayo dip

Mix the peeled mentaiko with mayonnaise to make mentaiko mayonnaise. This is an easy snack that you can eat by cutting bamboo kamaboko into bite-sized pieces and dipping it with mentaiko mayo.

Adding cucumbers or other cucumbers to the dish adds color and makes it a more appetizing snack.

Fried Sasa Kamaboko Seaweed

Bamboo shoots are dipped into a batter made by mixing soft flour and green seaweed with water and then fried in oil.

The juicy bamboo shoots, crispy batter, and the aroma of green seaweed are added to the mix. It's not only a snack, but also a side dish that your kids will love. It is also recommended to cut it in half and use it as a side dish for lunch boxes.

Sasa kamaboko okonomiyaki style

Spread okonomiyaki sauce on the flat part of the bamboo kamaboko, top with pickled ginger, and lightly bake in the oven. Once baked, add mayonnaise, green seaweed, and bonito flakes to complete an okonomiyaki-style dish.

The aroma and texture of the ocean and the taste of the fragrant sauce are a perfect match! You can also add cheese.

summary

This article focuses on Sasa Kamaboko, a specialty of Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture.

Sasa kamaboko is famous as a standard souvenir, but each manufacturer sells unique products with their own unique designs. This time we introduced sasa kamaboko from three companies, but it's also fun to try out different varieties and find your favorite.

Sasa kamaboko is delicious even when eaten simply, but depending on how you arrange it, it can transform into a dish that goes well with alcohol and rice. If you get some Sasa Kamaboko from the souvenir corner or on order, give it a try.

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