[Nagai City, Yamagata Prefecture] What is Yamaichi Soy Sauce's "Akegarashi"? Great for drinking and rice

We would like to introduce you to ``Akegarashi'' produced by Yamaichi Soy Sauce Manufacturing, a long-established soy sauce shop in Yamagata Prefecture.

A secret flavor that has been eaten only within the clan since ancient times. Accented by the gorgeous, rich flavor and spiciness of koji. Just by opening the door, the meal and drinks go smoothly. This is a special place full of charm.

In this article, we will not only introduce Akegarashi and its history, but also introduce delicious ways to eat it. If you are interested, please give it a try.

What is akegarashi?

The akegarashi made by Yamaichi Soy Sauce is the secret ingredient of soy sauce shops.

It is said that this tradition has been passed down only within the family for over 200 years. It was mainly served at celebratory occasions, and the name ``Akegarashi'' was given to it because it was considered an auspicious mustard.

The taste is very rich, with the lightness of the koji and soy sauce combined with the spiciness. It can be said to have a unique taste with complex flavors that melt together in a mellow manner. The crunchy texture of hemp seeds is also an accent.

The raw materials for Akegara are as follows.

  • Malted rice
  • mustard
  • hemp seeds
  • Fresh squeezed soy sauce
  • Sanwarm sugar

It can be said that it is a secret technique that creates a deep flavor even though it is made with simple ingredients. It's a natural deliciousness that doesn't contain any additives or other unnecessary things. It is said to be used as an ingredient in Japanese cuisine and kaiseki cuisine, and even professionals are satisfied with its taste.

Akegara was originally a secret flavor that was eaten only among close family members, but once it was commercialized, its delicious taste gradually spread. It makes sense, because once you taste it, you'll want to tell someone about it.

When media such as TV and magazines introduced it, its popularity further accelerated. It has become a common sight for various e-commerce sites to be out of stock or out of stock.

Delicious way to eat at dawn

``Akegarashi'' is very popular, but how is it eaten? Here we will introduce some delicious ways to eat it.

First of all, leave it as is! Enjoy the deliciousness of Akegara to the fullest

When you get your hands on akegarashi, we recommend that you try eating it as is.

  • Serve over freshly cooked rice
  • Licking little by little while drinking alcohol

Both ways of eating are recommended on the official website, and that's how it should be. Whether you're eating piping hot rice or drinking your favorite drink, you'll be sure to enjoy your meal.

Just add it to simple ingredients for an easy snack.

If you have an opening, you can instantly turn simple ingredients into gorgeous dishes.

  • Serve on cold tofu
  • mix with natto
  • put on cheese
  • put on vegetable sticks
  • put on crackers

It's nice and easy to have snacks and a la carte dishes that can be made quickly.

For condiments and unusual flavors in everyday dishes

By adding Akegara, your everyday dishes will taste like a Japanese restaurant.

  • Add to tempura
  • Add to stews and oden
  • Add as a condiment to hot pot dishes
  • Add to meat and fish dishes such as steak
  • use as pasta sauce

Akegarashi has a soy sauce flavor as its base, and the key point is that it goes surprisingly well with both Japanese and Western dishes. It might be a good idea to try using it to get rid of your daily dining rut.

How to purchase Akegara

There are the following ways to purchase Akegara.

Use e-commerce sites etc.

There are several stores where you can purchase it on various shopping sites.

Use Yamaichi Soy Sauce online shop

We recommend using Yamaichi Soy Sauce Online Shop. If you include shipping, you may be able to get a better deal than other shops. Please use the link below as a reference.

Yamaichi Soy Sauce＜Information＞

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summary

This article introduced ``Akegarashi,'' a secret flavor made by a long-established soy sauce shop in Yamagata Prefecture.

The unique manufacturing method, which has been passed down only to the family, creates a delicious taste that can only be tasted at Akegarashi. The gentle and gorgeous sweetness of the koji and soy sauce and the complex flavor are exquisite. Please enjoy it.

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