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Oscar Walters02 mins

Tohoku Cuisine: A Culinary Journey

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Updated 12:09 AM EDT, Mon July 4, 2016

Signature Dish: Harako Meshi

Salmon has always played an important role in Tohoku cuisine and harako meshi (literally "salmon child rice") is a "signature dish" of the region. Often featured at family gatherings, every household seems to have its own rendition.
Salmon has always played an important role in Tohoku cuisine and harako meshi (literally “salmon child rice”) is a “signature dish” of the region. Often featured at family gatherings, every household seems to have its own rendition.

Harako meshi is not just a meal; it represents the history and culture of the Tohoku region. The combination of salmon and rice showcases local ingredients that have nourished families for generations. Each household possesses a unique recipe, reflecting personal and familial traditions.

Delightful Fall Fruits

The diced persimmon is served on its own or in combination with other fall fruits -- grapes, pears, crisp apples -- that have been covered with a classic sauce of pine nuts and tofu called shira ae.
The diced persimmon is served on its own or in combination with other fall fruits — grapes, pears, crisp apples — that have been covered with a classic sauce of pine nuts and tofu called shira ae.

Moreover, the beauty of Tohoku cuisine extends into the autumn months, where seasonal fruits like persimmons take center stage. Often served with a traditional sauce known as shira ae, which combines pine nuts and tofu, these fruits symbolize the bounty of the harvest.

To conclude, Tohoku cuisine offers a vibrant exploration of flavors that tell the story of its people and land. By savoring dishes like harako meshi and seasonal fruits, one can truly appreciate the culinary heritage of this beautiful region.


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