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Umeboshi

The lip-puckering salted plum at the center of the rice bowl.

Nutrition · estimated · per 100g
33Calories
0.7gProtein
9gCarbs
0.2gFat
3gFiber
0gSugar

Benefits

Key compounds

Citric acidsodiumpolyphenols

Best for these goals

Japanese pickle and seasoning

How to use it

Eaten in tiny amounts with rice, tucked into onigiri, or made into paste and vinegar; a single one flavors a whole bowl

Evidence level

Culinary

Cautions & interactions

Very high in salt — eaten in small amounts. Intensely sour.
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