Recommended Dried Vegetable Set for Those Who Are Undecided
Because they are long-lasting, you don't lose freshness, and you can eat them anytime. Since they are freshly harvested vegetables, they offer the taste of just-picked produce. Dried vegetables, with their unique tastes, aromas, and textures, are a "new feast from the field." Dried vegetables are traditionally a staple preserved food in Japan, and drying not only enhances their flavor and nutrition but can also bring out hidden charms of vegetables that you might not notice in their fresh form.
Among such dried vegetables, OYAOYA has selected and bundled its top picks into a set. Please use it for yourself or as a gift for friends.
■ Recommended for first-time users ■ Want to purchase in bulk for gifts ■ There are so many types that I'm indecisive, so I'd like you to choose for me
How to Use Dried Vegetables
As a preserved food, dried vegetables are long-lasting, so you don't have to worry about freshness. Seasonal vegetables that are only available for a limited time can be enjoyed all year round when dried. Also, OYAOYA's dried vegetables do not contain glucose or other additives, so depending on the dish, rehydration in water or hot water is not necessary. When making soups or takikomi gohan (mixed rice), just adding them will create a rich and flavorful vegetable broth.
In the northern Kyoto Prefecture area, where OYAOYA's vegetables are sourced, there are many professional farmers who are committed to sustainable soil cultivation using local materials and meticulous growing methods. In their hands, not only high-end vegetables like Kyo-yasai (Kyoto vegetables) favored by traditional Japanese restaurants, but even common vegetables used in everyday home cooking become incredibly delicious. We have carefully selected some of these vegetables for our set.
3-Type Dried Vegetable Set
This set is recommended for those who are new to dried vegetables and want to try them out first. We have selected vegetables that can be added to dishes or eaten as is.
Orange Carrots
With thin skin and a refreshing, herb-like aroma, these vibrant orange carrots are colored all the way to the core. A key benefit is that they contain more carotene, which has excellent antioxidant properties, than common Western carrots.
A balanced mix of the melty soft white part and the leek-like texture of the green part. When heated, their sweetness greatly increases, and they retain a pungent aroma, making them versatile for cooking.
We've focused on soft and juicy spring new onions that have accumulated a lot of sweetness in the cold winter fields. By drying them, even more pungency is removed, allowing you to easily enjoy the sweet delight of spring all year round.