Wadakan Konbu Tsuyu Shiro Kelp Soup Base 500ml
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Best before: June 2, 2027
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Konbu Tsuyu (昆布つゆ) is a versatile Japanese soup base concentrate made from kombu kelp dashi and soy sauce. This 'shiro' (白) version from Wadakan is a light-coloured tsuyu, offering a clean, umami-rich flavour with a subtle sweetness that won't darken your dishes. It serves as an essential foundation for many Japanese meals, from a simple noodle soup for a quick lunch to a flavourful broth for hot pots. To use, simply dilute it with water according to your recipe's needs; a common ratio for noodle soup is one part tsuyu to three or four parts water. This concentrate is a convenient way to bring authentic Japanese dashi flavour to your home cooking, perfect for udon, soba, tempura dipping sauce, or as a seasoning for simmered dishes. It's a staple for anyone looking to explore traditional Japanese cuisine.