Japanese Vegetable Dashi Bags by Kayanoya

Pure Vegetable Umami in Minutes

Kayanoya’s Vegetable Dashi Bags are made from a blend of carefully selected vegetables grown in Japan, including onion, carrot, cabbage, celery, and garlic. This plant-based dashi delivers a clean, savory depth with a touch of natural sweetness, making it an ideal base for vegetarian and vegan cooking. Free of animal ingredients and additives, it brings a pure, well-rounded umami to enhance any dish.

Versatile and Easy to Use
Each packet brews a flavorful broth in just two minutes—simply simmer in water for a light yet rich vegetable stock. You can also open the bag and use the powder directly as seasoning. Add to soups, stir-fries, grains, or pasta for a quick umami boost, or use it as a rub or marinade base for meat, poultry, or seafood.

Crafted with Care by Kayanoya
Based in Fukuoka, Japan, Kayanoya has been producing premium dashi and seasonings for over a century. Known for its dedication to natural ingredients and traditional craftsmanship, the brand continues to bring authentic Japanese flavors to kitchens around the world. Each batch is made in carefully monitored facilities to ensure exceptional quality and freshness.

To make dashi, there are different easy methods.

Infusion Method
One packet per 1 ¾ cups water (400 ml) for regular strength dashi or two packets per 2 cups water (500 ml) for a heartier broth.

1. Place water and an unopened packet in a saucepan.
2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and maintain for 2 minutes.
3. Remove and discard the packet(s). Stock is ready to use.

Blending Method
You can also tear packet(s) and empty the contents directly into a saucepan with water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and hold temperature for 2 minutes. Stock is ready to use.

Alternative Use
Just tear packet(s) and use as a seasoning for stir-fry, dressing, sauce, cooking rice, etc.

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• Net weight: 0.28 oz (8 g) × 5 packs
• Ingredients: Dried onion, salt, yeast extract, onion extract powder, maltodextrin, celery extract powder, dried garlic, dried carrot, cabbage extract powder, garlic powder

Usage & Tips

Infusion Method
One packet per 1 ¾ cups water (400 ml) for regular strength dashi or two packets per 2 cups water (500 ml) for a heartier broth.

1. Place water and an unopened packet in a saucepan.
2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and maintain for 2 minutes.
3. Remove and discard the packet(s). Stock is ready to use.

Blending Method
You can also tear packet(s) and empty the contents directly into a saucepan with water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and hold temperature for 2 minutes. Stock is ready to use.

Alternative Use
Just tear packet(s) and use as a seasoning for stir-fry, dressing, sauce, cooking rice, etc.

Tips:

• One packet of dashi is for 2-3 servings.
• When using dashi for soup and simmered dishes, add the dashi packet prior to warming up.
• When using dashi as a seasoning for dishes such as stir-fry, reduce heat and sprinkle dashi after the steam has decreased. The amount of dashi powder used can be adjusted to your taste.
• Prepared stock stays fresh for 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Storage:

• Open the foil bag and remove only the packets you need. Immediately press the bag to remove air, and close as tightly as possible. Store in a cool, dry space. Refrigeration is not recommended.
  

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