【Sea Urchin/ウニ】
Three major Japanese delicacies and luxury foodstuffs. The gonads (testes and ovaries) are removed and eaten raw. Used in sushi and pasta. Characterised by the aroma of the sea that spreads in the mouth and a sweet creaminess.
【Milt/白子】
A dish made by boiling the testes of fish. Pollock is common in Japan.
Eaten with ponzu or soy sauce. Characterised by its soft and creamy taste. Glossy appearance and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Popular as an accompaniment to sake.
【Natto/納豆】
Japanese fermented food made from fermented soya beans. Has a distinctive consistency and odour.
It is also a health food containing numerous nutrients. Rich in vitamin K and protein, useful for intestinal health, tooth decay and gum disease.
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