Umeboshi (Japanese pickled plums) are known for their intense sourness and saltiness. When you try umeboshi for the first time, the taste can be surprising, but it pairs perfectly with rice. Truly delicious umeboshi retain the natural sweetness of the plum, with minimal saltiness, resulting in a refreshing and refined flavor. The aroma of shiso (perilla) enhances this flavor, making it an essential part of the Japanese dining table. What is Umeboshi? Umeboshi is made by pickling Japanese plums in salt and drying them under the sun. During this process, fermentation enhances the sour flavor of the plums. Umeboshi ...
