Oceanic Bonito (Noun)
Meaning
Fish whose flesh is dried and flaked for Japanese cookery; may be same species as skipjack tuna.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The oceanic bonito, also known as katsuo, has been an integral part of Japanese cuisine for centuries due to its dried and flaked flesh.
- He ran his hands through the stall's various offerings, selecting a packet of oceanic bonito flakes for making dashi broth back home.
- Oceanic bonito was the ingredient that provided the necessary umami flavor for making their specialty miso soup.
- Her grandmother used dried oceanic bonito and kombu seaweed to create the rich and savory dashi that the whole family enjoyed.
- Japanese chefs often found that high-quality oceanic bonito played a critical role in making bold flavors stand out in their dishes.