Add gourmet flavor to your homemade broths with this katsuo dashi packet, a Japanese seasoning made with kombu kelp, Iriko sardines, grilled ago and fine spices. Dashi is the essence of umami, the savory fifth taste that’s been a staple of Japanese cuisine since the Edo period. This fish-infused flavor enhancer flavor-seasons ramen or miso soup stocks, sauces, dressings and stir-fry dishes with the distinctive deliciousness of Japan.