Dubai is home to several culinary gems. Serving delicious cuisines from around the world, these range from Peruvian to Italian cuisine. And one of the most renowned eateries in the city happens to be TŌRI. A modern eatery on Japanese, it has unveiled an all-new menu that’s only available till the end of this month. Well, we are talking about the Squid Ink Seafood Ramen, which is available till June 30.
TŌRI Is Serving Squid Ink Seafood Ramen For Limited Period
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The limited edition Squid Ink Seafood Ramen is available at their branch in Wasl 51 of Jumeirah. TŌRI, which is a modern Emirati-owned Japanese eatery, is serving a bowl of this flavourful Ramen at AED62. Made with hand this bowl of ramen features some of the finest ingredients sourced from UAE and Japan. Yes, the bowl is as comforting as it gets! As it happens, this hearty bowl is available every day from 5 PM onwards and will be available at the restaurant only till June 30. One of the most intriguing things about this Instagrammable dish is that it has black-hued soup that comes from the squid ink. Featuring a squid ink broth with cooked scallops, prawn, fishcake, squid, and ajitama egg, this bowl is certainly a love affair for seafood lovers.
What Is Squid Ink?
However, this might have got you wondering what is squid ink? Well, for this you need to know about squid, which is basically a marine species that uses dark ink to defend itself against predators. A popular choice of ingredient, not just in Japanese but also in Mediterranean cuisines, it is said to boost immunity. Not to mention, the dark black-blue colour has a rich savoury taste.
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Is It Safe To Consume?
The main compound found in the squid is melanin, which is also found in humans, giving it a dark colour. An ingredient that has been used since centuries, it has been used in traditional medicine, art, cosmetics, and even as food additives. Due to its dark colour and rich savoury taste, it is used in the aforementioned cuisines. In fact, studies also suggest that it might have some potential health benefits, such as anti-microbial properties and antioxidant effects.
On a concluding note, research studies claim that squid ink is a safe food additive that helps in flavouring dishes. And the dark colour gives it a quirky appearance that makes the dishes look Instagram-friendly as well! So, don’t miss out on the opportunity to try this out in Dubai.
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