Umami Dashi Ago (Flying Fish)

Premium Ago Dashi – Refined Flavor from Grilled Flying Fish

This dashi broth is made from carefully selected high-quality domestic ago-bushi (dried flying fish), which are quickly grilled at high temperatures to eliminate any fishy odor and produce a clean, refined flavor. By blending two types of flying fish—one with rich umami and the other with a toasty aroma—we've created a dashi that adds satisfying depth and savory complexity to any dish.

What is "Ago"?

“Ago” is the Japanese word for flying fish, especially in the Kyushu region. Because flying fish glide above the ocean surface, their bodies are lean and firm, containing little fat. This results in a broth that is free from bitterness, with a clean sweetness and refined umami. As such, ago dashi is highly prized as a premium broth in Japanese cuisine.

“No Chemical Seasonings or Preservatives Added”

This product brings out the natural umami of its ingredients through scientific analysis and the refined skills of seasoned experts—without relying on any chemical seasonings or preservatives.

Using ON THE UMAMI’s proprietary technology, the natural variation found in ingredients is refined into a stable, consistent taste—so you can enjoy the same delicious flavor every day without getting tired of it.

How to use

Learn How to Use Our Dashi Packet

【Light Dashi Broth (Basic Style)】

Place one dashi packet in a pot with 500ml (about 17 fl oz) of water. Gently stir the packet with chopsticks about five times. Once the water begins to boil, reduce to medium heat and simmer for 3 minutes. Remove the packet before serving.
This light dashi broth pairs well with dishes where the broth is enjoyed as part of the meal, such as miso soup, savory steamed egg custard (chawanmushi), udon, and soba.

【Tear Open the Dashi Broth Packet and Use】

Tear open the dashi packet and add the contents directly to your dish for a rich, umami-packed flavor.
It works especially well as a topping for rice balls, in savory Japanese pancakes (okonomiyaki), or as a seasoning to instantly enhance stir-fries, marinades, or other cooked dishes.

Net weight: 80g/2.8oz (10g packet x 8)

Shelf life: 1 year when stored in a cool place.

How to store: Store in a cool, dry place, away from light.

Ingredients: Dried flying fish, Sugar, Salt, Hydrolyzed starch, Yeast extract, Soy sauce powder (wheat, soybeans, salt).

Contains: Fish (flying fish), Wheat, Soybeans.

Made in Japan: Carefully crafted in Japan using premium domestic ingredients. 

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