Soybeans contain over 40% protein, Mom.
March 17, 2021
Ryuho
The Akita Agricultural Experiment Station is located near Yanagiba Toshiro's hometown.
In addition to "Akita Komachi," we also carry the black rice "Asamurasaki, " which was previously handled by Inazo , the sake rice "Akita Sake Komachi ," rice koji "Ame Koji," and Hinai Jidori chicken and Akita dogs...
The last two are jokes, but there are countless excellent breeds that represent the Tohoku region. ( The Akita Beautiful Elephant, which is featured on the top page of our website, was photographed near the Agricultural Experiment Station in 1953.)
One of them is the Akita soybean Ryuho.
The origin of the name is explained by the description, "It's like the bountiful treasure of a dragon..." It's amazing that an Agricultural Experiment Station employee could come up with such a literary idea.
I don't know what he was thinking about when he named the beans, but he said it was plump, it was delicious. This godfather is the only one who has ever used the adjective "plentiful" to describe the Dragon's Treasure.
It sounds like something Princess Kaguya might say, "If you bring it to me, I'll marry you."
*The princess's request is for the dragon's neck jewel.
(2) Protein content
Ryuho beans are plump. You can see soybeans from Canada and China in supermarkets in Seongju, but these beans are a size larger , with a refreshingly imposing white-yellow color and a strong presence.
Also, while the protein content of regular soybeans is around 33.5%, Ryuho's is a whopping 43.5%.
It's more than just meat from the field; it's truly edible protein.
As we get older, we need a diet that is low in fat and high in protein, but it's hard for older people to get meat into their stomachs.
So, I turned my attention to soybeans (as well as canned fish).
Yes, there it was. I was surprised to find such a good bean in my hometown. It was a high-protein, shining white bean called Ryuho, which is plump, smooth, and seductively voluptuous.
(3) Sales
The producer is Mr. Toda from Yokote City, Akita Prefecture, just like our Koshihikari rice.
Of course, it is non-GM, as the production of genetically modified crops is not permitted in Japan .
Although this Inazo knows a fair amount about rice, he is a complete novice when it comes to soybeans.
Moreover, since he imported Ryuho to replenish his protein supply, Inazo is unwaveringly focused on his priorities , saying that as long as it tastes good to him, that's all that matters .
To be honest, I don't care if these soybeans don't sell. I have a basic ambition to eat all of the plump dragon's treasure and become a lean, muscular man with trembling pectoral muscles .
...However, there may be some people who would like to try making miso or natto using genuine 100% domestic soybeans.
(Just between you and me, did you know that a product can be labeled as "made with domestic soybeans" if it contains 5%?)
Soybeans are also known for their isoflavones, which are the raw material for the female hormone estrogen. Some people may want to actively use beans in their cooking.
As for the price, 250g of Hokkaido soybeans (variety name unknown) was $4.80 at Jmart. Hmm, well, then we'll go for a nice round number of $ 5 for 300g, the same price as Kusumochi Nijo.
It's overwhelmingly more expensive than Canadian and Chinese soybeans, which cost around $3 per kilogram. But Akita soybeans are the "bountiful treasure of the dragon," after all. You can't compare them to other beans.
(4) Cooking method
Dried raw soybeans must be soaked in water for 12 to 24 hours. First, place them in water three times their volume and wait for at least half a day.
Even if you put just 100g back together, you'll be amazed at how much there is. It will grow exponentially. This means you can make many times more natto than the overpriced 3-pack of natto from Meijiya for $4.50 .
Moreover, Ryuho is already large. How many packs can you make with 300g?
However, if you don't soak them properly, the green beans will be hard and bitter. I'd love to learn some good cooking methods for this.
Soybeans seem to be very versatile for use in cooking, so I would like to continue developing them.
By the way, we have just added this Ryuho and a new ingredient, tomatoes, to our "Direct Fire Grilled Curry Roux."
Ryuho is not gritty and the soybeans have a refreshing taste that doesn't get in the way of chewing, and it was a great discovery for me to discover that tomatoes go so well with curry.
Ryuho
The Akita Agricultural Experiment Station is located near Yanagiba Toshiro's hometown.
In addition to "Akita Komachi," we also carry the black rice "Asamurasaki, " which was previously handled by Inazo , the sake rice "Akita Sake Komachi ," rice koji "Ame Koji," and Hinai Jidori chicken and Akita dogs...
The last two are jokes, but there are countless excellent breeds that represent the Tohoku region. ( The Akita Beautiful Elephant, which is featured on the top page of our website, was photographed near the Agricultural Experiment Station in 1953.)
One of them is the Akita soybean Ryuho.
The origin of the name is explained by the description, "It's like the bountiful treasure of a dragon..." It's amazing that an Agricultural Experiment Station employee could come up with such a literary idea.
I don't know what he was thinking about when he named the beans, but he said it was plump, it was delicious. This godfather is the only one who has ever used the adjective "plentiful" to describe the Dragon's Treasure.
It sounds like something Princess Kaguya might say, "If you bring it to me, I'll marry you."
*The princess's request is for the dragon's neck jewel.
(2) Protein content
Ryuho beans are plump. You can see soybeans from Canada and China in supermarkets in Seongju, but these beans are a size larger , with a refreshingly imposing white-yellow color and a strong presence.
Also, while the protein content of regular soybeans is around 33.5%, Ryuho's is a whopping 43.5%.
It's more than just meat from the field; it's truly edible protein.
As we get older, we need a diet that is low in fat and high in protein, but it's hard for older people to get meat into their stomachs.
So, I turned my attention to soybeans (as well as canned fish).
Yes, there it was. I was surprised to find such a good bean in my hometown. It was a high-protein, shining white bean called Ryuho, which is plump, smooth, and seductively voluptuous.
(3) Sales
The producer is Mr. Toda from Yokote City, Akita Prefecture, just like our Koshihikari rice.
Of course, it is non-GM, as the production of genetically modified crops is not permitted in Japan .
Although this Inazo knows a fair amount about rice, he is a complete novice when it comes to soybeans.
Moreover, since he imported Ryuho to replenish his protein supply, Inazo is unwaveringly focused on his priorities , saying that as long as it tastes good to him, that's all that matters .
To be honest, I don't care if these soybeans don't sell. I have a basic ambition to eat all of the plump dragon's treasure and become a lean, muscular man with trembling pectoral muscles .
...However, there may be some people who would like to try making miso or natto using genuine 100% domestic soybeans.
(Just between you and me, did you know that a product can be labeled as "made with domestic soybeans" if it contains 5%?)
Soybeans are also known for their isoflavones, which are the raw material for the female hormone estrogen. Some people may want to actively use beans in their cooking.
As for the price, 250g of Hokkaido soybeans (variety name unknown) was $4.80 at Jmart. Hmm, well, then we'll go for a nice round number of $ 5 for 300g, the same price as Kusumochi Nijo.
It's overwhelmingly more expensive than Canadian and Chinese soybeans, which cost around $3 per kilogram. But Akita soybeans are the "bountiful treasure of the dragon," after all. You can't compare them to other beans.
(4) Cooking method
Dried raw soybeans must be soaked in water for 12 to 24 hours. First, place them in water three times their volume and wait for at least half a day.
Even if you put just 100g back together, you'll be amazed at how much there is. It will grow exponentially. This means you can make many times more natto than the overpriced 3-pack of natto from Meijiya for $4.50 .
Moreover, Ryuho is already large. How many packs can you make with 300g?
However, if you don't soak them properly, the green beans will be hard and bitter. I'd love to learn some good cooking methods for this.
Soybeans seem to be very versatile for use in cooking, so I would like to continue developing them.
By the way, we have just added this Ryuho and a new ingredient, tomatoes, to our "Direct Fire Grilled Curry Roux."
Ryuho is not gritty and the soybeans have a refreshing taste that doesn't get in the way of chewing, and it was a great discovery for me to discover that tomatoes go so well with curry.