Who knew a treat so tiny packed so many flavours in it! Takoyaki, or octopus balls, is a Japanese street food that has been on the rise in Malaysia these days. We often see a stall or two near the night market that sells this wonderful treat. But if you’re up for it, you can try making your own takoyaki too! As the finishing touch, you add bonito flakes to it! Bonito flakes or Katsuobushi is simmered, smoked and fermented skipjack tuna. It is really tasty so don’t ever skip out on adding it to takoyaki! Come and choose the best bonito flakes from this top 10 list today!
1. Kanika Takoyaki Bonito Flakes
Cut to a paper like thickness, Kanika’s bonito flakes are truly the perfect topping for your dishes! Try out Kanika’s bonito flakes today and taste the difference!
Ingredients: Dried bonito flakes
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 500g
Price: RM45.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Katsuo Ito Kezuri Dried Bonito Flakes
A blend of dried flakes as a topping would really astound anyone wouldn’t it? The taste of the bonito flakes paired with your cooked meals will certainly be a great meal to enjoy as a family. Try it today to spread the joys of bonito flakes.
Ingredients: Dried bonito flakes
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 20g
Price: RM5.50
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Marutomo Jikabiyaki Hon Katsuo Pack
Flaky and easy to use, try out Marutomo Jikabiyaki Hon Katsuo today! The smoky and a little hint of saltiness from the bonito flakes will balance out your warm and delectable meals anyday!
Ingredients: Dried bonito flakes
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 15g
Price: RM7.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Jonetsu Kakaku Dried Bonito Flakes
Enjoy the smoky taste of dried bonito on top of your freshly made takoyaki or even Japanese dishes! The aroma and smoky flavour with a hint of saltiness will fit in just right with your cooked meals.
Ingredients: Dried fish
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 65g
Price: RM12.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Yamahide Kezuribushi Dried Bonito Flakes
Enjoy the rich mix of various dried fishes in Yamahide Kezuribushi’s dried bonito flakes today! The harmonious blend of flavours just tastes wonderful together. Truly this is an irresistible brand of bonito flakes in our hands!
Ingredients: A mix of dried Mackerel, Decapterus, Sardines and Tuna.
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 120g
Price: RM19.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Yuan Xiang AA Grade Bonito Flakes
Enjoy the taste of thin paper like bonito flakes by Yuan Xiang. So easy and convenient to use in any dish, make the most out of this bonito flake at any time of the day!
Ingredients: Dried fish
Country of Origin: China
Size Available: 500g
Price: RM53.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Destuo Premium Bonito Flakes
This premium bonito flake that’s so paper thin, you might just get a paper cut! A nice touch to an array of Japanese food, this bonito flake is the right one for you. Come and try out this premium bonito flake today!
Ingredients: dried fish
Country of Origin: China
Size Available: 100g
Price: RM11.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Premium Bonito Flakes
Enjoy the premium taste of bonito flakes that will leave you wanting more. The elegant flavours and the aroma of this bonito flake will capture your attention just like that! Perfect pair for Japanese dishes that call for bonito flakes.
Ingredients: Dried fish
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 50g, 100g, 200g,
Price: RM11.00 (50g) | RM14.65 (100g) | RM22.00 (200g)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Dequo Premium Katsuobushi
These shavings of dried fish are the most commonly used ingredient in Japanese cuisine. They are perfect for making umami-rich dashi stock which is used in all Japanese soups, noodle dishes, sauces and seasonings. These bonito flakes are paper-thin sliced and have intense smokey flavour which are perfect for use as toppings for Takoyaki, Okonomiyaki, noodles and other Japanese dishes and snacks.
Ingredients: Dried fish
Country of Origin: China
Size Available: 500g
Price: RM29.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
10. Samurai High Grade Bonito Flakes
Enjoy the simplicity in this bonito flake made by Samurai Brand. This bonito flake can be easily used for everyday cooking such as in Japanese soup, some sushi and as the most common use, to top takoyakis!
Ingredients: Dried Fish
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 500g
Price: RM57.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
Tips:
- Storing bonito flakes properly in an air-tight container will help to retain its taste. They usually start to lose its flavours around 6 months or a year after it is opened.
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