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We love the organic, \u003cem\u003ewabisabi\u003c\/em\u003e handle, adding a little bit of flair to your table! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 5\"L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kotobuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":17535903175,"sku":"11-400-0003","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/branch-spoon_wh.jpg?v=1492114842"},{"product_id":"spice-toaster","title":"Spice Toaster","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe days of sesame seeds popping everywhere into the crevices of the stove top are over with this spice toaster!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlip the screen up and place spices inside. Close the screen and place over a gas or electric stove top for easy spice toasting that involves no cleanup. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 4.5\"D x 11\"L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel, plastic handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":350161985,"sku":"11-100-0009","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/spice_toasterDSC_5491.jpg?v=1778102920"},{"product_id":"sori-yanagi-sake-glass-6-pack","title":"Sori Yanagi Sake Glass (6-Pack)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned by famed industrial designer Sori Yanagi, these elegant sake glasses have a pleasing overturned bell shape, which makes it \u003cspan\u003eeasy for sipping and enjoying the flavor of sake (or other spirits). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse for: Cold sake, spirits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComes with: Six glasses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 4.2 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 3\"H x 2.5\"D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Toyo-Sasaki Glass Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":19782067527,"sku":"","price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/sake_foot_4bc7526f-748c-4754-9b90-2cee44ef9e1a.jpg?v=1492131641"},{"product_id":"yuzu-kosho-green","title":"Yuzu Kosho Green","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGreat for udon, nabe, soba, and dabbing on grilled meats, this savory, spicy paste is a mixture of unripe, green yuzu peels and green chiles. We love mixing a dab of this yuzu kosho with avocado for a hearty topping on toast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGreen yuzu kosho is made with not-yet-ripe, green yuzu peels and green chiles, making it spicier and tangier in taste than its \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/yuzu-kosho-aka-red\" title=\"Red Yuzu Kosho Box\"\u003ered counterpart\u003c\/a\u003e, which uses ripe yellow yuzu peels and red, hot chiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYuzu Kosho is a Japanese paste made with fresh chilis fermented with yuzu (a Japanese citrus) and salt. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.bonappetit.com\/entertaining-style\/trends-news\/article\/yuzu-kosho-recipe?utm_source=Umami+Mart+Newsletter\u0026amp;utm_campaign=8630d72963-3_3_2016_Yuzu_Kosho_Avocado_Toast\u0026amp;utm_medium=email\u0026amp;utm_term=0_052c45086d-8630d72963-\u0026amp;ct=t(3_3_2016_Yuzu_Kosho_Avocado_Toast)\u0026amp;goal=0_052c45086d-8630d72963-\u0026amp;mc_cid=8630d72963\u0026amp;mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBon Appetit \u003c\/em\u003erecently called yuzu kosho\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"secret weapon condiment chefs are putting on everything.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e But before becoming the new trendy ingredient, it's been a staple in Japanese kitchens and in the Umami Mart conbini (our little \"convenience store corner\" in our shop). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of Yoko's favorite ways to enjoy yuzu kosho is on avocado slices, so she thought, \"Why not try it on avocado toast?\" The results? Delicious, of course. On the blog, Yoko posted a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/japanify-yuzu-kosho-avocado-toast\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003estep-by-step recipe for making Yuzu Kosho Avocado Toast\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a simple treat that'll be your new favorite way to do toast. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother simple and delicious recipe is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/yuzu-kosho-pasta-two-ways\"\u003eYuzu Kosho Pasta\u003c\/a\u003e, also by Yoko. Enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 2.82 oz \/ 80 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Glass jar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ocean Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20520947463,"sku":"13-300-0003","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yuzukosho_green.jpg?v=1492479212"},{"product_id":"simply-donabe-by-naoko-takei-moore","title":"Simply Donabe by Naoko Takei Moore","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis brilliant book is all in its name: Simply Donabe. Author and veteran donabe expert Naoko Takei Moore has given us the keys to create our own Happy Donabe Life with this gorgeous book of elegant yet easy one-pot dishes for any night of the week. This robust book contains 100 recipes of how to cook with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/all\/donabe\"\u003edonabe\u003c\/a\u003e, from rice and ramen to vegetables and even desserts! Our favorite dishes include Kanzuri Shakshuka, Asari no Yuzu Kosho Mushi, Ume Iwashi Takikomi Gohan. Let's slow down and enjoy cooking with donabe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaoko Takei Moore\u003c\/strong\u003e is an \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eacclaimed expert in donabe and the owner of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/toirokitchen.com\/\"\u003eTOIRO\u003c\/a\u003e, an celebrated brick-and-mortar shop in West Hollywood. 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This gluten-free soy sauce is thick, caramel-ish, smoky, meaty, and full of umami flavor. Each glass bottle is packaged decorative paper top secured with twine – perfect to give as a gift, or place on your kitchen counter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis viscous tamari is great for using as dipping sauce or brushing onto raw fish, grilled pork, steak and vegetables. Please refrigerate after opening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eCapacity: 6.75 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMaterial: Glass bottle and plastic lid with built in dispenser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eIngredients: water, soy beans, salt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eGluten free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMade in Aichi, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Japanese Pantry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50147040714,"sku":"13-100-0006","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/Ito_Shoten_Tamari.jpg?v=1506557934"},{"product_id":"no-msg-dashi","title":"Youki Mutenka No-MSG Agodashi 110g","description":"\u003cp\u003eCombine two teaspoons of these non-MSG \u003cem\u003edashi\u003c\/em\u003e pellets with two cups of water for instant dashi! These pellets are made with flying fish and bonito. 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In addition to performing all the duties that a regular donabe provides, the steam grate allows you to steam dumplings, vegetables, and \u003cem\u003emochi\u003c\/em\u003e. This double-duty donabe features a deep black glaze for a modern feel on its earthy textured surface. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDonabe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a traditional Japanese earthenware cooking pot that i\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003et is meant to be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplaced directly onto a flame to cook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003enabemono\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or one-pot dishes like\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003esukiyaki\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eoden\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eyosenabe. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA well-loved donabe can last for years, and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe best part of cooking in a donabe is the experience. 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Even the freshest fish doesn't make great sashimi if it's sliced poorly – you can easily ruin the texture, the look, and the taste of your most important ingredient with the wrong knife. Traditionally in Japan, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eyanagi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e knives – very sharp, slender single-beveled blade knives – are used to cut raw fish and soft meats with clean precision. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe're big fans of the Japanese-made \u003c\/span\u003eMAC Yanagi Knife\u003cspan\u003e, which is lightweight, ergonomic, but razor-sharp enough to prepare paper thin slices of hirame, melt-in-your-mouth cuts of toro, or bite-sized pieces of beef tataki with ease. Its long 10\" blade is forged with molybdenum steel, the same material used for making samurai swords. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou don't have to be a sushi chef to use a \u003c\/span\u003eMAC Yanagi Knife\u003cspan\u003e. Use it to expertly prepare beef carpaccio, Nova Scotia lox, or rare steak for pho. And just imagine slicing that holiday ham with one of these bad boys. Lookin' sharp, real sharp!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut sashimi, and even cucumbers. Recommended for chefs and home kitchen use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis MAC knife was forged with molybdenum steel, the same material used for swords in Japan in the 14th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know that \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/nybKlzwrMMo\"\u003eEric Ripert\u003c\/a\u003e, Thomas Keller, and sushi chef Kunio use MAC knives, but we didn't know MAC knives could do this! 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Made in Japan with a 6-1\/2\" inch blade forged from molybdenum steel (the same metal used to make samurai swords back in the day), the MAC Santoku knife is sturdy, well-balanced, and made to handle all means of slicing, dicing, and mincing.This knife will last you a lifetime (with proper handling and regular sharpening, natch), so please, for the love of god, bid adieu to that Ikea knife and say hello to MAC, the knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut anything – meat, vegetables, and tofu. He says, \"This is the best knife to use so you don't cut yourself.\" Recommended for home kitchen use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAC knives have a thin blade so cuts are effortless. Instead of using force when cutting, the blade does all the work. The lightweight, ergonomic design of MAC knives also reduce fatigue while slicing and dicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know that \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/nybKlzwrMMo\"\u003eEric Ripert\u003c\/a\u003e, Thomas Keller, and sushi chef Kunio use MAC knives, but we didn't know MAC knives could do this! 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This one's a total umami bomb with extremely simple ingredients (as all good dashi should be) - dried fish, kelp, and shiitake. Simply add it to hot water to make the ultimate soup base, or enjoy it as-is for a simple and hearty broth. These little packets would be the perfect method of making dashi for Japanese dishes requiring large amounts of broth, like miso, udon, ramen, soba, and more! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions For Use: \u003c\/strong\u003eAdd one Dashi pack to 400 - 500 ml (approximately 2 cups) of boiling water, reduce to medium heat and allow to steep for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove dashi pack before using broth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore at room temperature away from direct sunlight. Store in the refrigerator after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients: Dried skipjack tuna, dried kelp, dried shiitake mushroom. No MSG, No Salt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Bag containing 5 pouches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Japanese Pantry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40622401945679,"sku":"13-400-0039","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/uneno_dashi.jpg?v=1687998136"},{"product_id":"kamado-san-black-donabe","title":"Igamono Kamado-san Black Donabe","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rice-steaming Kamado-san Donabe features four pieces: the donabe body, a lid, steam lid, and a wooden \u003cem\u003eshamoji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice paddle). In addition to performing all the duties that a regular donabe provides, this donabe is especially suited for rice, and has the capacity for 3 \u003cem\u003ego\u003c\/em\u003e measures (standard rice cup-measure size equivalent to 3\/4 cup). Use this for your favorite hot-pot dishes, stews, or any manner of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/japanify-shiojake-donabe-rice?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=0e5b0190b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eone-pot rice dishes\u003c\/a\u003e. Rest the wooden shamoji snugly in the notches on the lid's handle while your donabe sits proudly on the stove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDonabe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a traditional Japanese earthenware cooking pot that i\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003et is meant to be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplaced directly onto a flame to cook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003enabemono\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or one-pot dishes like\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003esukiyaki\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eoden\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eyosenabe. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA well-loved donabe can last for years, and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe best part of cooking in a donabe is the experience. Made for communal cooking, it's best enjoyed with a group of friends or family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur friend Wendy Tsuji, founder of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/luna-koshihikari-organic-rice\"\u003eLuna Koshihikari Organic Rice\u003c\/a\u003e explains her method of cooking rice in her Kamado-san donabe:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRatio: 3 cups rice to 3.5 cups water\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Wash gently 3x until water is clear\u003cbr\u003e2. Drain rice in colander, and put into kamado, add the 3.5 cups water. Optional: let stand in water for 20 minutes.\u003cbr\u003e3. 12 minutes on high until steam comes out.\u003cbr\u003e4. Turn off completely and let steam for 30-40 minutes, fluff rice before serving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDue to high risk of breakage during shipping, we only offer this item for in-store pick up.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 9.45\"-7.08\"D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds 50.7 fluid ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ethe donabe body, a lid, steam lid, and a wooden \u003cem\u003eshamoji\u003c\/em\u003e (rice paddle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Iga, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDonabe Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry the bottom of the pot with a cloth before placing on the stove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon’t soak the entire pot in water to clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry completely after cleaning and store in a cool dark place to avoid mold growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove stains with kitchen-grade bleach\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOven + microwave safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used on gas stoves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use on electric or induction cooktops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use for deep frying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Season Your Donabe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis method will seal the microscopic pores of the clay to prevent breakage and avoid stains and odors from seeping into the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill the donabe to about 80% with water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1 bowl of cooked rice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring to boil on medium low heat and cook the porridge on low heat for 20 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet the porridge cool to room temperature (about 1 hour).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscard the porridge and rinse with water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry it with a clean cloth and allow to air dry completely overnight before first use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Nagatani Seito Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40709759139919,"sku":"11-500-0010","price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/011725_kamado.jpg?v=1737157204"},{"product_id":"uneno-vegetarian-dashi-packs","title":"Uneno Vegetarian Dashi Packs","description":"\u003cp\u003eBy popular demand, we have added a new way to make dashi to our ever-rotating menu of Japanese pantry essentials - the dashi pack! 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