[Miyagi Prefecture] Charm and actual food review of “Kinka Saba <Aya> Can” using branded mackerel

The appeal of canned mackerel is that it is highly nutritious, delicious, and affordable"Kinoya Ishinomaki Fisheries canned mackerel"Did you know?

This product, which uses Kinka mackerel, has been a hot topic and has been featured in the media. We will introduce three types and provide reviews and recipes

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The appeal of Kinoya Suisan's "Kinka Saba <Irodori>"

Made with Kinka mackerel from Ishinomaki

in the first placeKinka mackerelThis is the name given to mackerel that is caught off the coast of Kinkazan and landed at Ishinomaki Port using a specified fishing method and during a specified period

The main difference between this mackerel and other types of mackerel is its size and fat contentThe ocean current off Kinkazan is where the Oyashio and Kuroshio currents intersectDuring the peak season, they grow into large, plump mackerel

And one of the standards for Kinka mackerel isAim for a body fat percentage of 15% or moreOnly mackerel with a good amount of fat can be called Kinka mackerel, so it is characterized by its stronger flavor than other canned mackerel

Freshness from canned fresh fish

Kinoya Ishinomaki Suisan's canned mackerel is made using thick, seasonal Kinka mackerel, which means it has little fishy smellEvery year, mackerel caught from autumn onwards is packed into cans and shipped without being frozen

Once the annual shipment is over, there will be no re-shipments, so once sold out, it will be over. Sales of "Kinka Saba <Irodori> Boiled Canned" for 2022 will also be suspended on August 20th

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Taste and compare three types of Kinoya Ishinomaki Suisan's "Kinka Saba <Irodori>"!

This time, we compared three different types of canned Kinka Saba (Colorful) from Kinoya Ishinomaki Suisan. We will introduce each one

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Kinka Mackerel (Colorful) Canned in Water

The canned mackerel is simply packed with only mackerel and salt, and contains no preservatives

With just one bite, you can feel the firm texture of Kinka mackerel and the delicious flavor of its high-quality oil. There is no hint of the fishy smell that can be a problem with canned mackerel, so this canned product is delicious enough to eat as is

It is not too salty, so it is also suitable for dishes that bring out the best in the ingredients, such as adding a little soy sauce or miso soup

The nutritional information per 100g is as follows:

Energy	214kcal
protein	14.3g
lipids	17.4g
carbohydrates	0.1g
Salt equivalent	0.7g

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Kinka Mackerel (Colorful) Canned in Miso

The canned miso paste is the number one item in Kinoya Foods' annual popular product rankingIt is made with miso from Ishinomaki and raw sugar from Kikaijima, giving it a light flavor

When you eat it, it tastes a little lighter than commercially available canned miso, and the combination of the strong umami of the mackerel and the raw sugar gives it a mild flavor

The recommended way to eat it is with white rice, so you can experience the flavor directly

Not only is the meat delicious, but the juices left in the can are also full of broth, so you can enjoy every last bit by pouring it over rice or diluting it with hot water to make soup

The nutritional information per 100g is as follows:

Energy	273kcal
protein	16.0g
lipids	19.8g
carbohydrates	7.7g
Salt equivalent	0.8g

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Kinka Mackerel "Colorful" Canned with Lemon

Kinoya Suisan sells a rare lemon-flavored canned mackerelMade with fresh Kinka mackerel and lemon from Spain, it has a refreshing flavor

When you open the can, you'll be hit with a faint lemon scent, and when you put it in your mouth, the acidity gives it a light finish while still retaining the flavor of the mackerel. It seems like it would be easy to eat even when you don't have much of an appetite or when it's hot

It's delicious to eat as is, but it's even more appealing when topped with lemon on a salad or combined with noodles such as udon or somen

The nutritional information per 100g is as follows:

Energy	198kcal
protein	19.5g
lipids	13.3g
carbohydrates	0.1g
Salt equivalent	0.7g

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Recipes using Kinka Saba "Irodori"

Canned Kinka mackerel "Irodori" is good to eat as is, but it is also delicious with a little preparation, so we recommend it

This time, we will introduce an easy recipe using canned lemons and canned boiled lemons

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Canned Mackerel Lemon Somen

Canned lemons go perfectly with noodles. So, I tried adding some condiments and canned lemons to the dipping sauce for somen noodles. The ingredients are as follows:

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・Somen noodles...as much as you like
・Kinka mackerel and lemon...1 can
・Mentsuyu soup...appropriate amount
・White sesame seeds...1 pinch
・Chopped seaweed...as much as you like

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Not only does the lemon flavor make it refreshing, but it also brings out the umami of the mackerel, instantly elevating the flavor. The juice left in the can is especially packed with aroma and flavor, so we recommend adding it to the dipping sauce

This time I tried it with cold somen noodles, but I think it would also go well with hot udon noodles or dipping sauce

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Canned mackerel rice

I used canned boiled carrots to make rice dishes. It's easy because all you have to do is shred the carrots and ginger and cook them in a rice cooker with rice and seasonings

The ingredients are as follows

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・2 cups of rice,
1 can of boiled Kinka mackerel,
1/2 carrot, 1/2
bunch of shimeji mushrooms
, 1 piece of ginger,
2 tablespoons of white dashi
, 2 teaspoons of
soy sauce, 2 teaspoons of sake

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The canned mackerel itself has no fishy smell, and the flavor and texture blend perfectly with the rice, making for an excellent dish. You can also add seaweed, fried tofu, burdock root, etc. to your liking

It's a little bit of work, so it's recommended to make a batch of rice in one go and freeze it

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Try Kinka mackerel in canned mackerel from Kinoya Suisan

This time, we introduced the appeal and reviews of Kinoya Suisan's popular product, the Kinka Saba <Irodori> Series

Kinka Saba Irodori is made by packing fresh, seasonal Kinka Saba into cans, giving it a delicious flavor that is hard to find in other canned mackerel. It is delicious both as is and when cooked, and once you try it, you may never go back to other canned mackerel

Why not try Kinka Saba Irodori and see for yourself why it's so popular?

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INFORMATION

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Kinoya Ishinomaki Fisheries official website: https://www.kinoya.co.jp/

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