figs

-About ingredients-

Figs are an ingredient that has been popular in Japanese food culture for a long time. In Japan, figs are not only eaten raw, but also widely used as processed products and cooking ingredients. Figs have a unique sweetness and texture, and their flavor plays a role in traditional Japanese cuisine.

Japanese food culture places emphasis on enjoying seasonal ingredients. Figs are one of them, and are known as seasonal ingredients from summer to autumn. At traditional Japanese events and festivals, dishes and sweets using figs are sometimes served.

For example, one of the most popular Japanese sweets using figs is ``fig cigars.'' This is made by boiling figs in candied boiled water, seasoning them with matcha, and then wrapping them in leaves. These Japanese sweets are a perfect combination of the natural sweetness of the figs and the aroma of the leaves, allowing you to enjoy the delicate taste of the Japanese people.

Figs also go well with Western food. Fresh figs are sometimes added to salads or eaten with cheese. The sweetness of figs goes well with cheese, and you can also enjoy it with wine.

In Japanese food culture, we value the sense of season and the individuality of ingredients, even when it comes to cooking. Figs play an important role as one of the ingredients in this culture. Its unique taste and aroma bring a rich variety to the Japanese dining table, making it even more enjoyable.