{"product_id":"japanese-tonburi-field-caviar-250g","title":"Japanese Tonburi (Field Caviar) 250g | Plant-Based Vegan Caviar from Akita","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.accordion{border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5}\n.accordion details{border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;padding:18px 0}\n.accordion summary{font-size:18px;font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;position:relative}\n.accordion summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}\n.accordion summary::after{content:\"+\";position:absolute;right:0;font-size:22px}\n.accordion details[open] summary::after{content:\"–\"}\n.accordion p,.accordion li{font-size:15px;line-height:1.7;margin-top:12px;color:#444}\n.accordion ul{padding-left:18px}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy Chefs Use Tonburi Field Caviar\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaviar look, plant origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e small dark beads that resemble sturgeon caviar or tobiko – 100% from a plant seed, no fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature pop:\u003c\/strong\u003e a subtle crunch and popping texture that lifts rice, tofu, sushi and salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild, clean taste:\u003c\/strong\u003e lets sauces and proteins lead; works with soy, ponzu, sesame, dashi and citrus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegan \u0026amp; vegetarian friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e a natural roe alternative for plant-based sushi and tasting menus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAkita specialty:\u003c\/strong\u003e a traditional ingredient from northern Japan, rarely available in \u003cstrong\u003eCost-effective garnish:\u003c\/strong\u003e a teaspoon per plate goes a long way – 250g covers India.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edozens of servings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to Use Tonburi\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrain if required and use straight from the pack – no cooking needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSushi \u0026amp; sashimi:\u003c\/strong\u003e spoon over nigiri, gunkan-maki or sashimi as a caviar-style garnish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRice bowls:\u003c\/strong\u003e top warm rice or donburi with tonburi, spring onion and sesame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold tofu (hiyayakko):\u003c\/strong\u003e silken tofu, tonburi, ginger, soy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNagaimo \u0026amp; tonburi:\u003c\/strong\u003e the classic Akita pairing – mix with grated Japanese mountain yam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoba \u0026amp; udon:\u003c\/strong\u003e finish chilled or warm noodles with a spoonful.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalads \u0026amp; canapés:\u003c\/strong\u003e fold into ponzu or sesame-dressed salads, or plate on blinis, crackers and deviled eggs as a vegan caviar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeafood plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair with salmon, tuna, prawns or scallops for an elegant finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eServing Ideas\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTonburi Rice Bowl:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm rice, tonburi, spring onion, sesame, a dash of soy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegan Caviar Sushi:\u003c\/strong\u003e gunkan-maki topped with tonburi and a drop of yuzu.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold Tofu:\u003c\/strong\u003e silken tofu, tonburi, grated ginger, light soy dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMountain Yam \u0026amp; Tonburi:\u003c\/strong\u003e grated nagaimo with tonburi and dashi-soy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Salad:\u003c\/strong\u003e mixed greens, cucumber, tonburi, ponzu or goma dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChilled Soba:\u003c\/strong\u003e zaru soba finished with tonburi and nori.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFusion plating:\u003c\/strong\u003e on blinis with crème fraîche, avocado toast, or as a garnish for ceviche and tartare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; Product Information\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Tonburi (とんぶり) – Field Caviar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds of the hōkigusa \/ broom cypress plant (Kochia scoparia), cooked. Plant-based; contains no fish, roe or animal products. Refer to packaging for the complete ingredient and allergen list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250g | \u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Akita, Japan | \u003cstrong\u003eImported by:\u003c\/strong\u003e The House of Umami\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eStorage\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore unopened as directed on the pack. Once opened, keep refrigerated in a sealed container, use clean utensils and consume within a few days. Check the label for the use-by date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eFAQ – Tonburi Field Caviar\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is tonburi?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTonburi is a traditional Japanese ingredient made from the cooked seeds of the hōkigusa (broom cypress) plant. It is nicknamed “field caviar” because the tiny beads look and pop like fish roe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs tonburi vegan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes – it is a plant seed and contains no fish, roe or animal products, making it a natural vegan caviar substitute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does tonburi taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery mild and slightly earthy; the texture – a gentle pop and crunch – is the main attraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is tonburi different from tobiko or masago?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTobiko and masago are fish roe. Tonburi looks similar but is entirely plant-based and has a cleaner, less salty taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I use tonburi?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a topping or garnish for sushi, rice bowls, tofu, salads, soba, udon and modern fusion dishes. No cooking required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does tonburi come from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a specialty of Akita Prefecture in northern Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you ship tonburi across India?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes – The House of Umami delivers pan-India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-food-ingredients\"\u003eJapanese ingredients \u0026amp; pantry staples\u003c\/a\u003e or browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-food\"\u003eauthentic Japanese food products\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The House of Umami","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":52306328224032,"sku":"HOU-TONBURI-250","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0947\/8917\/3536\/files\/Japanese_Tonburi_Field_Caviar_in_a_glass_jar.png?v=1788590718","url":"https:\/\/www.thehouseofumami.in\/products\/japanese-tonburi-field-caviar-250g","provider":"The House of Umami","version":"1.0","type":"link"}