Ikano-go no Kugini
A seasonal delight signaling the arrival of spring in Hyogo
About Ikano-go no Kugini
Ikano-go no Kugini (いかなごのくぎ煮) is a traditional dish from Hyogo Prefecture, made by simmering freshly caught baby sand lance fish in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, sugar, mirin, and ginger, resulting in a sweet and savory preserved delicacy.
The fishing season for sand lance starts in late February and lasts about a month, during which freshly caught fish fill the local markets, marking the spirit of spring in the region.
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