"Konka-iwashi" - Sardines Pickled in Rice Bran

Preserved sardines. A recipe passed down from generation to generation.

It is common to make pickles to preserve fish in the area around Kanazawa. One of the most commonly preserved type of fish are sardines. A common way to serve pickled sardines is with a slightly grilled bran of rice, rinsed with vinegar or lemon juice. These pickled are very salty, which makes it a perfect snack to go with some alcoholic beverages.