02 Japanese Culture

Fermented Foods 発酵食品

Fermented foods are foods made by the works of microorganisms to break down foods. Traditional Japanese seasonings include: soy sauce, miso (bean paste), dried bonito, natto (fermented soybeans), and tsukemono (pickled vegetables) are also fermented foods. The characteristics of fermented foods include preservation, nutrition value, unique flavor, aroma and deliciousness.

発酵食品とは、微生物が食品を分解する働きにより作られた食品のことをいいます。伝統的な和食の調味料のしょうゆ、みそ、かつお節、納豆、つけ物なども発酵食品の仲間です。発酵食品の特徴には、「保存がきく」、「栄養価が高まる」、「独特の風味や香が付き、おいしくなる」などがあげられます。

*微生物 microorganism

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