An Elegant Trick to Remove the Cellophane from the Natto

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   Open the lid of the natto as usual, and remove the accompanying sauce and Japanese mustard packets.

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   Slip a small section of the cellophane out of the container, close the lid, then pull out the cellophane while pressing down on the lid.

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   Once it is pulled out, fold it up with the sticky side inside.

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   Remove the lid of the natto along the perforations, then place the cellophane on top.

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   Then, mix in the packets of sauce and Japanese mustard as usual.

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   Then, naturally, place the empty packets on top of the lid.

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   Season the natto to your liking.

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   When I get sick of the sauce and Japanese mustard, I mix in sesame oil and salt.

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   Give it a try!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.