Japanese

Is tobiko gluten free?

Tobiko (とびこ) is a type of fish egg that’s often included in sushi rolls, as well as a variety of other Japanese dishes.

Are bonito flakes gluten free?

Are bonito flakes gluten free?

Bonito flakes are shavings of katsuobushi (かつおぶし, 鰹節), which is skipjack tuna that’s been filleted, simmered, smoked, fermented, and dried. This..

Is MSG gluten free?

Is MSG gluten free?

I’d always assumed that MSG was gluten free by default, so I was surprised to learn about the gluten-filled history of MSG production!

Not All Sake Is Gluten Free

Not All Sake Is Gluten Free

Most types of saké exported to the US are safe for Celiacs, but the main variety of sake made in Japan might not be gluten free.

Miso

Miso

Miso is a traditional Japanese seasoning made from fermented soybeans. The basic ingredients are soybeans, rice or other grains, koji, and salt.

Furikake

Furikake

Furikake is a Japanese condiment that can be sprinkled on foods for a hit of umami, crunch, and saltiness. Furikake and its precursors were developed..

Kakigori

Kakigori

Kakigori is a gluten free shaved ice dessert that originated in Japan in the early 11th century. It was only available to the very wealthy at that..

Mochi

Mochi

Mochi (餅, もち) is a Japanese snack made from glutinous rice. It’s gluten free and vegan. It’s especially popular as a New Year’s..