natto
[ NAH-toh ]
These steamed, fermented and mashed soybeans have a glutinous texture and strong cheeselike flavor. Natto is particularly popular in Japan, where it's used as a flavoring and table
CONDIMENT and is greatly favored served over rice for breakfast. It's often mixed with other ingredients such as mustard, soy sauce and chives.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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