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Freeze-Dried Chawanmushi/Steamed Egg Custard Mix

Freeze-Dried Chawanmushi/Steamed Egg Custard Mix

Name: Freeze-Dried Chawanmushi/Steamed Egg Custard Mix
Brand: Kayanoya USA - Kubara Honke USA, Inc.
SKU: 1866
Price: 14.8 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)

A refined blend of umami-rich Kayanoya dashi and silky egg, this chawanmushi mix offers the delicate texture and depth of traditional Japanese steamed custard. Simply combine with an egg and lukewarm water, then steam to enjoy a light yet deeply flavorful dish. Perfect as a gentle side or a moment of comforting indulgence.

$14.80

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Additional Information

Product Information

Net Weight:1.22 oz (34.8 g)
Net Contents: 4 packets (2 servings each)
Product of Japan

Ingredients

Chawanmushi Broth (Water, Dried Skipjack Tuna Broth (Water, Dried Skipjack Tuna), Fermented Seasoning (Fermented Seasoning (Alcohol, Water, Fermented Rice Seasoning (Rice, Rice Koji, Salt), Salt), Fermented Seasoning (Wheat, Salt, Alcohol)), Sweet Rice Wine (Glutinous Rice, Rice Koji, Alcohol, Sugar (Corn, Cassava, Potato, Sweet Potato)), Salt, Kelp Broth (Water, Kelp), Shiitake Mushroom Broth (Water, Shiitake Mushroom), Sugar, Yeast Extract (Yeast Extract, Maltodextrin), Skipjack Tuna Flavor Raw Seasoning (Flavor Raw Materials (Dried Skipjack Tuna, Dried Sardine Extract Powder (Maltodextrin, Salt, Dried Sardine Extract (Anchovy, Round Herring, Salt, Dried Sardine)), Roasted Flying Fish, Dried Round Herring, Kelp), Maltodextrin, Yeast Extract (Yeast Extract (Yeast, Salt, Sweet Potato, Tapioca), Maltodextrin, Salt), Salt, Soy Sauce Powder (Soy Sauce (Salt, Wheat, Defatted Soybeans, Soybean, Glucose (Corn, Potato, Sweet Potato), Wheat Protein, Rice), Maltodextrin), Fermented Seasoning (Fermented Seasoning (Soybean, Wheat), Maltodextrin, Dextrin, Yeast Extract)), Rice Wine (Rice, Alcohol, Rice Koji (Rice, Koji Starter), Sugar), Dried Skipjack Tuna Extract (Dried Skipjack Tuna Extract (Dried Skipjack Tuna, Skipjack Tuna Extract (Skipjack Tuna Broth, Skipjack Tuna Extract)), Reduced Starch Syrup (Tapioca, Corn, Potato, Sweet Potato), Salt, Yeast Extract (Yeast Extract, Dextrin)), Dried Skipjack Tuna, Soy Sauce (Soybean, Wheat, Salt), Rice Vinegar (Water, Rice), Roasted Flying Fish Broth (Water, Roasted Flying Fish)), Beancurd, Potato Starch, Mitsuba, Maltodextrin, Dried Shiitake Mushroom

How to Store/Shelf Life

Shelf Life: 365 days
*This product's "best before" date is 365 days after the date of packaging. 100% of our products are created in carefully monitored facilities in Japan, and then shipped to overseas markets, so please note that our "best before" date may be sooner than packaged products that contain preservatives.

How to Store: Store at room temperature, avoiding high humidity and direct sunlight.

Nutritional Information

Serving Size: 1 pcs (0.3 oz / 8.7 g)
Calories: 25 kcal
Total Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 740 mg
Total Carbohydrate: 4 g
Protein: 2 g

Allergen Information

Skipjack Tuna, Anchovy, Round Herring, Sardine, Flying Fish, Wheat, Soybean

A GENTLE TASTE OF JAPAN
Silky Comfort, Elevated by DashiThis freeze-dried chawanmushi (Japanese steamed egg custard) mix is a celebration of subtlety and balance. By simply adding an egg and warm water, you can recreate the silky, melt-in-your-mouth texture and gentle umami that define this timeless Japanese dish.
Traditionally served in kaiseki cuisine, chawanmushi may look simple—but the key lies in the harmony of dashi and egg. We crafted this mix to bring that elegance to your table, effortlessly.

 CAREFULLY SELECTED INGREDIENTS
Minimalist, Yet Full of CharacterWe kept the ingredients simple to let the dashi shine:

- Yuba (tofu skin): A delicate traditional ingredient with a soft texture
- Shiitake Mushrooms: Deep umami and earthy aroma
- Mitsuba: A fresh, herbaceous accent and vibrant green contrast

All are freeze-dried to preserve their natural character—and bloom to life when steamed.

SIMPLE TO PREPARE, EXCEPTIONAL IN FLAVOR
No Dashi Prep, Just Steam and EnjoyMaking perfect chawanmushi at home used to mean making your own dashi and adjusting egg ratios just right. With Kayanoya’s freeze-dried mix, all that guesswork is gone.
Each block is infused with our signature dashi and delicately freeze-dried ingredients like yuba, shiitake mushrooms, and mitsuba. Just dissolve in lukewarm water, add a jumbo egg, and steam—no special tools or prep required.

Instructions

Step one

Dissolve 1 packet of Chawanmushi Mix in 3/4 cup (200 ml) of lukewarm water and let it cool.

Step two

Crack a jumbo egg into a bowl, beat it well, and add it to the cooled mixture.

Tip: Using a smaller egg may result in an undercooked custard.

Step three

Evenly pour the mixture into two heatproof containers, each about 2/3 cup (150 ml) in size. Cover each container with a lid.

Tip: Using lids helps the custard set more smoothly and beautifully. If your containers don’t have lids, you can use aluminum foil instead.

Step four

Place the containers in a pot filled with water halfway up the sides of the containers.
Cover the pot with a lid and place over high heat. Once it comes to a boil, reduce to medium heat and steam for 5 minutes.

Turn off the heat and let sit, covered, for another 5 minutes before serving.

How to Prepare Chawanmushi Mix

Quality Ingredients

Dried Shiitake Mushroom

They have been consumed in Japan for about a thousand years. They contain guanylic acid, a key umami compound, and even when dried, they retain their distinctive aroma. As one of Japan’s most iconic mushrooms, shiitake are widely used in a variety of traditional Japanese dishes.

Tofu Skin (Yuba)

Yuba was introduced from China around the year 1000 and now is an essential ingredient in both traditional and religious cuisine. Yuba is the thin film that forms on the surface of soy milk when it is gently heated. It is rich in plant-based protein, healthy fats, calcium, and other nutrients.

Mitsuba

Mitsuba is a herb native to Japan, known for its distinctive fragrance. It has been used in Japanese cuisine since ancient times and is commonly enjoyed in dishes such as ohitashi (lightly boiled greens), clear soups, miso soup, and chawanmushi (steamed egg custard).

Over a Century of Dashi Craftsmanship

Kayanoya is part of Kubara Honke, a family-owned company from Kyushu, Japan, with over 130 years of history. We are dedicated to sharing the essence of traditional Japanese cooking with the world—through simple, natural ingredients and artisanal methods.

Read the Kayanoya Full History