Ebi for calcium
The Friday before last I ate dinner and drank with my friend Sakuma san. Every time we go out and drink I learn a few new things about Japanese culture, language, and worldview which has been quite helpful in my stay here. Last time we ate together he ordered a particular dish that was new to me.
Extra large shrimp with shell included
I learned that the entire shrimp was a primary source of calcium for those that lived generations ago. The calcium comes from eating the shell, head, and even the tail. Nothing was left on the plate when we finished.
I have an action-shot of me taking my first bite, but I’ll spare you the grisly imagery.
February 1st, 2010 at 9:29 am
Loving these pictures. Keep them coming. What is the tiny amount of powder on the dish?
February 1st, 2010 at 5:07 pm
That is a salt with a slight lemon flavor. Lightly tap the shrimp into the salt, then consume.