Yamatsu Tsujita
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Osaka — Japan
Item #2495 - 15g
Item #2500 - 100g
Fourth generation spice master Tsujita-san is known for his dedication to tradition, and is credited with saving Japan’s heirloom Hawk’s Claw chili. This fragrant spice blend combines the heat of the Hawk’s Claw with sesame seeds, seaweed, sanshou pepper, and a touch of aromatic yuzu. Sprinkle over grilled meats or miso soup; it will instantly jazz up scrambled eggs and rice bowls. (VE, GF)
Osaka — Japan
Item #2515 - 8g
Item #2520 - 170g
Takanotsume translates to "The Claw of the Hawk" and is a very rare pepper in Japan. In fact, Tsujita-san, the president and craftsman of Yamatsu Tsujita Co. Ltd. says, "99 percent of red chili peppers sold in Japan are produced overseas and many of these are species of red chili peppers that cannot be called Takanotsume although they are circulated as such." These peppers have become his mission to preserve and as he puts it, "Takanotsume is my heart and soul." Takanotsume peppers are prized for their distinctively rich aroma, flavor and unrivaled spiciness. The peppers in these jars are hand-selected. Enjoy in anyway you currently use dried peppers. (VE, GF)
Osaka — Japan
Item #2505 - 15g
Item #2510 - 100g
Fourth generation spice master Tsujita-san is known for his dedication to tradition, and is credited with saving Japan’s heirloom Hawk’s Claw chili. This fragrant spice blend combines the heat of the Hawk’s Claw with aromatic dried yuzu along with sesame seeds, seaweed, and sanshou pepper. Its bright citrus notes are perfect on grilled fish and chicken, and will instantly jazz up a rice bowl. (VE, GF)
Osaka — Japan
Item #2485 - 10g
Item #2490 - 100g
Sansho, also called Prickly Ash, is one of the oldest spices in human history. Bright, floral, and citrusy with a subtle heat, it is related to Sichuan Peppercorn and has a similarly numbing quality. What makes Yamatsu's special is that it's a delicate blend of three varieties of Sansho: Yamakura, Asakura and Budo, which together produce a spice with unparalleled depth of flavor. A classic yakitori seasoning, it pairs especially well with grilled meats and BBQ eel. We recommend keeping it in the freezer when not using to preserve freshness. (VE, GF)