RECIPE: How to Make Umeboshi
Have you tried umeboshi – Japanese pickled plums? You can make them at home.
The countries of Asia offer the visitor an assault on the senses in the most delightful way. This is a continent where hi-tech modern cities sit alongside ancient historical buildings and rich cultural heritage. The food of Asia is always exciting – so many ingredients and so many new flavours to enjoy. Each country – and indeed regions within each country – have so many delicious dishes to offer the hungry traveller.
Have you tried umeboshi – Japanese pickled plums? You can make them at home.
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