Bonito flakes, or katsuobushi in Japanese, are one of the most iconic ingredients in Japanese cuisine. If you’ve ever seen paper-thin fish flakes “dancing” on top of takoyaki or tofu, you’ve witnessed the magic of dried bonito. But what exactly are bonito flakes? Why do they move? And how are they made? Whether you’re a … Continue reading What Are Bonito Flakes (Katsuobushi)? Why They Move and How They’re Made