Katsuobushi
Description
Katsuobushi is a traditional Japanese fermented and mold-ripened fish product used to produce dashi stock, known for intense umami flavor.
Fermentation process
- Fish fillets simmered and smoked
- Repeated drying and mold inoculation
- Long maturation through enzymatic breakdown
Reported microbiology (examples)
- Molds: Aspergillus spp., Eurotium spp.
Functional relevance
- Extreme protein hydrolysis
- One of the strongest natural umami sources
References
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