Smoky, savoury, and packed with umami.
Bonito Flakes, also known as katsuobushi, are thin shavings of dried, fermented, and smoked bonito fish — a cornerstone ingredient in Japanese cooking. They are most famously combined with kombu to create dashi broth, the foundation of soups, ramen, and many savoury dishes.
Light and feathery, the flakes dance and curl when sprinkled over hot food, adding deep smoky umami flavour to noodles, rice dishes, and snacks.
🐟 Why you’ll love it:
Essential ingredient for authentic dashi broth
Adds smoky, savoury depth to many dishes
Perfect for ramen, soups, rice, and Japanese toppings