What is Fresh Natto?
Natto (納豆) is a superfood of Japanese origin made from fermented soybeans bringing various health benefits if rightly consumed. The food smells like rotten beans that can harm you, but it is arguably on...
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What is Natto Kombu? and How to Use it
As you know, natto (納豆) and kombu (昆布: also known as kelp) are different things. But what I introduce here, natto kombu (納豆こんぶ), is not a combination of fermented soybeans and kelp seaweed. Natto...
Natto: How Much Should You Eat Daily?
Natto is a superfood originating from Japan, made from fermented soybeans. The food is packed with plenty of nutrients and has been gaining popularity for its health benefits. But do you know how much...
Tare vs. Sauce: What is the Difference?
Tare (タレ) is a liquid seasoning used for foods and dishes, such as Yakiniku, Unagi no Kabayaki, Shabu-Shabu, Sukiyaki, and Natto, and it seems like a sauce. Tare vs. Sauce So I wondered, Tare...
Natto goes well with Curry Rice? I Tried it
As you know, natto (納豆) is a traditional Japanese food made from soybeans fermented with bacteria called Bacillus natto. Natto is a rich source of nutrients but has people divided between those who like it...
10 Best Natto Brands Selected by Top Japanese Chefs
Packed with lots of nutrients, natto (納豆) is a superfood with over 1000 years of history, and now, it has become one of the delicacies representing Japan. Today, the fermented soybean is prevailing in many...
Easy & Tasty Natto Tare Sauce Recipe
At breakfast, I often eat natto (fermented soybeans) with a bowl of white rice, so there are always some natto packs in the fridge in my house. The Japanese natto pack mostly comes with sachets of...
Natto Senbei: Rice Crackers with Fermented Soybeans
Made by fermenting steamed soybeans with natto bacteria, Natto is a superfood packed with nutrients but infamous for its unpleasant smell and slimy consistency. However, we Japanese not only eat Natto as it is...
