Tuna flakes Katsuobushi, Bonito flakes 40 g - Wadakyu
Katsuobushi is a traditional Japanese source of umami flavor. Also, known as bonito, katsuobushi is prepared using a drying and smoking method involving skipjack tuna fish. The dried smoked skipjack tuna flakes are ideally used as essential ingredients in Japanese miso soup, especially as part of dashi soup stock. More
Manufacturer: WadakyuProduct code: DRD60 Weight: 0.05 kgShipping options
Wadakyu Tuna Flakes Katsuobushi, Bonito Flakes delivers the authentic flavor of dried skipjack tuna (katsuobushi) in a convenient package. These flakes are perfect for making Japanese dashi broth, sprinkling over dishes, or adding depth to soups and rice meals.
Fun Fact
Katsuobushi, dried and fermented tuna flakes, is a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine and a key ingredient in traditional dashi broth. It adds rich umami and depth of flavor to dishes.
How to Use This Product
- Add 20 g of tuna flakes to 0.5 l of boiling water.
- Simmer for half a minute, then remove from heat and let stand for 2–3 minutes.
- Strain the flakes through a sieve — the broth is ready to use.
Recipe Ideas
Basic Japanese Dashi
Use the strained flakes to prepare soups, sauces, or as a base for noodle dishes.
Tofu and Vegetable Soup
Add the strained dashi to a vegetable soup with tofu for an authentic flavor.
Questions & Answers
Does the product contain allergens?
Yes — it contains fish.
Is it vegetarian or vegan?
No — the product contains fish.
Storage?
Store in a cool and dry place.
Sustainability & Ethical Info
Packaged in plastic. Please follow local recycling guidelines.
Ingredients / Composition
- Skipjack tuna
Nutrition Facts (per 100 g)
- Energy: 1563 kJ / 369 kcal
- Fat: 5.2 g (saturated 1.7 g)
- Carbohydrate: 0.5 g (sugars 0.5 g)
- Protein: 81 g
- Salt: 2.8 g
| Size | 40 g |
|---|---|
| Best before date | 31/12/2026 |
| Spicyness | Not spicy |
| Country of Origin | Spain |
| Not Containing Allergens | 1 No Gluten, 2 No Crustaceans, 3 No Eggs, 5 No Peanuts, 6 No Soybeans, 7 No Milk, 8 No Nuts, 9 No Celery, 10 No Mustard, 11 No Sesame, 12 No Sulphites, 13 No Lupin, 14 No Molluscs |
| Size | 40 g |
|---|---|
| Best before date | 31/12/2026 |
| Spicyness | Not spicy |
| Country of Origin | Spain |
| Not Containing Allergens | 1 No Gluten, 2 No Crustaceans, 3 No Eggs, 5 No Peanuts, 6 No Soybeans, 7 No Milk, 8 No Nuts, 9 No Celery, 10 No Mustard, 11 No Sesame, 12 No Sulphites, 13 No Lupin, 14 No Molluscs |

