Mentaiko
明太子
Spicy marinated pollock roe, a popular Japanese delicacy.
Main Ingredients
Pollock roe, chili, soy sauce, sake/mirin.
Cooking Method
Marinating and curing.
Allergy Info
Fish, Soy, Alcohol.
Beverage Pairing
Sake, Beer, Shochu, or Green Tea.
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