Miyagi Prefecture

It's like a scarlet jewel! With the bubble wrap, "Putchinko" texture, the food is delicious today! [Miyagi Prefecture]

In each prefecture of Tohoku, there are many rice-cooked food This time we will introduce "Putchinkoko," manufactured by Kanekashi Foods Co., Ltd.

As the name suggests, "Putchinko" is a processed fish roe with a fun, fluffy texture. This product has many fans as a snack or a snack for rice. This time, we will explore the charm of "Putchinkoko".

What is "Putchinko"? Also explains the difference between Tobikko

Puchinkoko, manufactured by Kanekashi Foods Co., Ltd., is a processed product made by soy sauce-based eggs. Kanekashi Foods Co., Ltd., which manufactures it, is headquartered in Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture, and in addition to Puchinkoko, it also produces hit products such as Breakfast Mekabu

Tobikko is a flying fish egg

When you see the visual of Puchinkoko, many people may be confused with "Tobikko" made from flying fish eggs. Speaking of Tobikko, it is an orange fish roe that is commonly used in sushi ingredients and gunkanmaki.

On the other hand, the eggs, which are the raw material for Puchinkoko, have smaller grains than Tobikko. Therefore, you can enjoy a finer, delicate bubble wrap texture than Tobikko.

Also, Puchinkoko is seasoned well with sauces such as soy sauce and mirin, so you can just put it on rice. The seasoning that makes the most of the deliciousness of fish eggs is a technique that can only be achieved by Kanekashi Foods Co., Ltd., which knows everything about seafood.

A rice dish that can be quickly taken out and eaten quickly. That's what makes him puccinko.

Kanekashi Foods Co., Ltd. <Information>

  • Name: Kanekashi Foods Co., Ltd.
  • Address: 13-2 Akaiwakoto, Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture, 988-0103
  • Phone number: 0120-073-777
  • Official URL: https://kaneka-sf.co.jp/index.html

Eat Kanekashi Foods' "Putchinkoko"

This time, we will report on how the puccinko was eaten on hot rice.

This is the Kanekashi Foods "Putchinkoko" that we will introduce this time. You often see them in the fresh fish section of supermarkets. At store prices, they are often available for around 300 to 400 yen, so it's also very easy to buy!

The ingredients are sturdy and are listed as roasted shamo eggs. Even though they are all called fish roe, it is interesting that the taste and texture of the fish differs completely depending on the type of fish.

We poured plenty of rice over it, cooked with a plump rice. Can you tell the fineness of the egg grains? The grains are not sticky, and if you quickly spread them out, the grains will fall apart. Because of this fineness, each grain of rice clings to each grain of rice.

When you eat it with rice, the umami flavor fills your mouth with amazing amounts of umami, which is surprisingly large for the smallest size of the grain. The soy sauce tightens the deep, odorless richness. While the aftertaste of the sniffing lingering on your tongue, you'll want to add another bite of white rice.

And when he chews it with the rice, Puchinkoko shows off his true value. Each of the fine grains can burst into bubble wrap. Even though they are so small, each grain produces a firm texture. As the name suggests, this has a new texture called "puccinko."

If you enjoy the rich flavor and unique texture, one bowl of rice will not be enough. It's a cute name, but it makes an incredible impact. Once you know about Puchinko, you may not be able to escape from the swamp.

Kanekashi Foods' "Putchinkoko" recipe

Puchinkoko is delicious when eaten as is, but you can also enjoy it with a little twist. This time, we will introduce three easy-to-make recipes!

Arranged recipe 1: Pucchinko mayonnaise

Just as tarako and mentaiko go great with mayonnaise, Puchinkoko also goes well with mayonnaise. The cooking method is simple♪ Add the puccin koba to mayonnaise and mix it and it's done!

It can be used as a sauce for vegetable dipping or as a salad mix with potatoes and lotus roots, or as a base for a variety of recipes!

Arranged recipe 2: Puchinkoko Japanese-style pasta

Just add "Putchinkoko" to your Japanese-style pasta and double the flavor!

  1. Boil the spaghetti as indicated.
  2. Melt the butter in a frying pan and add the boiled spaghetti.
  3. Add 2-3 tablespoons of noodle soup (concentrated twice) and 1 teaspoon of soy sauce and mix well.
  4. Turn off the heat and add about 3 tablespoons of "Putchinko" and mix quickly.
  5. Add chopped seaweed or shiso leaves to your lily of your choice and it's ready!

The aroma of butter soy sauce, the crunchy texture of "Putchinko" and the delicious flavor match perfectly. It's easy to make and is also recommended for lunch.

Arranged recipe 3: Hand-rolled sushi

When you have a hand-rolled sushi party at home, Puchinkoko will also be one of the great sushi ingredients! The vibrant colors make the table look gorgeous.

It is also recommended as an ingredient in chirashi sushi.

Let's enjoy Puchinko!

This time we introduced "Putchinkoko" from Kanekashi Foods.

Its unique texture and gentle taste make it an unforgettable charm once you try it. This versatile ingredient can be enjoyed as a snack or rice, as well as a variety of arrangements. If you see "Putchinko" at a supermarket, be sure to try it out at least once. This bubble wrap texture will surely make you fall in love with it!

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