Japanese Nagaimo (Yam)

$13.00 $11.00

Nagaimo is said to be a mountain eel and has been eaten for nourishment and tonic since ancient times. Nagaimo contains a large amount of the digestive enzyme amylase, which helps digest the foods you eat with it. It also contains other functional ingredients such as dioscholine A, vitamin B1 and lectins. It is delicious not only when eaten raw, but also when boiled, baked or steamed, and you can enjoy different textures such as crispy, fluffy, torotoro and fluffy.

Storage: Wrap the whole item in newspaper and store it in a cool, well-ventilated place. Wrap the cut pieces so that the cut ends do not come into contact with the air, and store in a refrigerator. It can also be stored frozen. Peel it, cut it into a size that is easy to use, and freeze it, or melt it and freeze it. Thaw naturally as much as you need and enjoy.

*Price listed is by per kg and will be determined upon order (based on weight, each piece will weigh between 500-800g).

Country of Origin: Aomori Prefecture, Japan

Nutrition facts: Great Source of Vitamin B6, B1, C, Riboflavin, Folates and Dietary Fiber.

Health Benefits:
– Aids in digestion
– Anti-inflammatory
– Regulates blood glucose level & cholesterol
– Lowers risk of cardiovascular diseases
– Boosts immunity
– Boosts bone health