Dashi Salt is an elegant blend of high-quality sea salt and Japanese dashi – the classic umami stock made from kombu seaweed and bonito flakes. Rather than simply adding salinity, this seasoning builds depth of flavour, bringing layered notes of marine freshness, gentle smokiness and rich umami.
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Description
Dashi Seasoning Salt from Japan
Dashi Salt – the essence of Japanese umami
Dashi Salt combines pure sea salt with authentic Japanese dashi prepared from kombu (kelp) and katsuobushi (dried, smoked bonito flakes). Dashi forms the foundation of Japanese cuisine and is valued for creating balance, depth, and the distinctive savoury taste known as umami, often described as the fifth taste.
By blending natural salt with dashi, this seasoning does more than simply season food. It enhances dishes with subtle oceanic freshness, a light smoky nuance, and a rounded, complex aroma that elevates even the simplest ingredients.
What is dashi?
Dashi is a traditional Japanese stock that underpins countless classic dishes. It is made from just two essential ingredients:
kombu – rich in naturally occurring glutamic acid, responsible for umami
katsuobushi – dried and smoked bonito flakes that add depth and gentle smokiness
Together, they create a stock that is light yet deeply flavourful. Incorporating dashi into salt allows this character to be applied effortlessly in everyday cooking.
How to use Dashi Salt?
Dashi Salt works equally well in Asian and European cuisine. It is a versatile seasoning that enhances flavour without overpowering it.
Use it for:
finishing steaks and premium beef, lightly sprinkled over cooked meat to enhance natural juiciness
fish and seafood such as roasted salmon, prawns, or scallops
vegetables and salads, especially grilled vegetables or ripe tomatoes
soups and broths as an alternative to regular salt for added umami depth
sauces and marinades, particularly butter-based, soy-based, or citrus-led
fusion dishes such as mashed potatoes, soft-boiled eggs, fresh mozzarella, or burrata
Product information:
Origin: Japan
Net weight: 50 g
Ingredients: sea salt (50%), dashi (Japanese stock) (50%)
Storage: store in a cool, dry place away from light
