HACHINEN-AN - Reduced-Sodium Umami Dashi Pack with Roasted Flying Fish - 16 packs

Discover the authentic, delicate taste of roasted flying fish dashi with half the salt. This reduced-sodium dashi brings the time-honored flavors of Fukuoka’s traditional cuisine to your kitchen. Crafted with a unique blend of six premium dashi ingredients, including roasted flying fish (ago) from Nagasaki, this product delivers a balanced umami taste while cutting down on sodium intake.

Rich History & Philosophy

The tradition of using ago (flying fish) for dashi has deep roots in Fukuoka, where it has been part of family meals, especially for New Year’s Day dishes like ozoni (New Year’s soup). With a commitment to preserving the elegance and depth of flavor, this product was born from the desire to bring the rich umami taste of roasted flying fish dashi to households everywhere, making it easy for home cooks to enjoy its exquisite flavor.

What Makes It Stand Out

• 50% Less Salt
  By doubling the amount of flavorful ingredients—such as roasted flying fish, kombu (kelp), shiitake mushrooms, bonito flakes, and others—the sodium content is reduced by 50% without sacrificing the rich, savory flavor.

• Traditional & Premium Ingredients
  The flying fish used is freshly caught from Nagasaki and then carefully grilled over charcoal to enhance its flavor. Paired with bonito flakes, sardines, and kombu, the resulting dashi delivers a complex, well-rounded taste.

• Versatile Use
  This dashi isn’t just for soups! Use the sachets for a variety of applications like stir-fries, rice dishes, and even pasta. Tear the bag open to add flavor to your everyday meals in a flash.

Detailed Features & Benefit

• Net Weight: 112 g (7 g × 16 packets)

• Ingredients:

  • Flying Fish (ago)

  • Seasoned Mackerel Flakes, Sardines, Kelp, Dried Shiitake Mushrooms, Bonito Flakes

  • Seasoning (salt, sugar, soy sauce powder, amino acids, etc.)

  • Contains wheat, mackerel, and soy.

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity.

• Shelf Life: 1 year from manufacture date.

Usage Instructions

1. Simmer for Soup Stock

   • Boil water and add one dashi pack per 500–700 ml of water, depending on your flavor preference.

   • Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then remove the pack.

   • Ideal for soups, hot pots, and noodle dishes.

2. Tear & Sprinkle

   • Tear open the sachet and use the contents as a seasoning for fried rice, stir-fries, or roasted vegetables.

   • Add to stews, pasta, and even salads for a deep umami flavor boost.

Tip: Adjust the amount of salt and seasoning as needed, since this dashi already imparts a rich flavor.

Suggested Use Cases

• Noodle Broth: Ideal for ramen, udon, and soba.

• Miso Soup & Clear Soup: For a clear, balanced broth with minimal sodium.

• Hot Pots & Stews: Perfect for Japanese-style hot pots or Western stews like pot-au-feu.

• Stir-Fries & Rice Dishes: Add directly to fried rice, stir-fries, and rice dishes for a savory lift.