Gohan Ni Kakeru Gobo To Kobu
This Japanese preparation combines Japanese-grown burdock root (gobō) and thinly sliced kombu, marinated in a sweet and salty soy sauce with a hint of chili and sesame. Designed to accompany rice, it offers a balanced combination of umami, slightly sweet, and delicately spicy flavors.
The finely shredded burdock root retains its characteristic crisp texture, while the kombu adds depth and aromatic richness. Sesame and chili complete the ensemble with toasted and fragrant notes that enhance every bite.
Simply served over a bowl of white rice, this topping transforms an everyday meal into a savory and delicious dish. It also pairs very well with bento, onigiri, noodle dishes, or traditional Japanese meals.
Awards
- Gold Medal – Grand Prix des Tsukemono 2016 (Companies Category)
- Special Award – Food Action Nippon Award 2018
Highlights
- Japanese-grown burdock root (gobō)
- Finely sliced kombu rich in umami
- Sweet and salty soy sauce seasoning
- Pleasant crunchy texture
- Sesame and chili for added character
- Ideal over rice, in a bento, or with onigiri
Ingredients
Burdock, kombu, sesame, chili, sugar, glucose-fructose syrup, soy sauce (soy, wheat, salt), fermented seasoning, distilled vinegar, salt, flavor enhancers: monosodium glutamate, glycine, disodium inosinate; acidifiers: sodium fumarate, sodium succinates; alcohol, thickeners: guar gum, xanthan gum, carob gum, tamarind gum; spice extract, antioxidant: ascorbic acid; color: caramel.
Average nutritional values per 100 g
- Energy 127 kcal
- Fat 0.6 g
- of which saturates 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates 29 g
- of which sugars 16 g
- Protein 3 g
- Salt 3.5 g