Natto Canapé

Natto is fermented soybeans that has been recognized as one of Japan’s most unique traditional health foods. Highly nutritious and rich in protein. One of best good bacteria foods for your stomach and intestine and many benefits so hear the list of benefits:
It moves blood circulation, which is great for those who have cold hands and feet due to poor blood circulation. Natto is also spleen supportive and digestive supportive. Natto’s unique culture also boosts the immune system.

1. Benefit of Natto
1) It moves blood circulation, which is great for those who have cold hands and feet due to poor blood circulation.
2) Natto is also spleen supportive and digestive supportive.
3) Natto’s unique culture also boosts the immune system.
4) Scientific research has revealed such a rich palette of health benefits, that many Westerners have adapted their palate to include this unusual food that is naturally rich in vitamin K2.
5) Protection from Alzheimers by removing plaque from the brain.
6) Prevention and reversal of arterial sclerosis and hypertension.
7) Anti-inflammatory properties promote joint health and reduce arthritic pain (also osteoporosis risk by K2)

8) Dissolves blood clots, offering protection from strokes (many people take aspirin for cardiovascular protection, but natto does this without the side effects of aspirin.)
9) Reduces bone loss, particularly in post-menopausal and older women.
10) Promotes healthy skin.

It has a powerful smell like cheese, strong flavor, and slimy texture so it is not easy to eat unless you get to use to eat it so preparation is important. Many people try Natto because it is healthy, but because of the strong smell and slimy texture they never enjoy to eat.
If you want to learn how to prepare to eat Natto deliciously and also learn how to make homemade Natto, please contact me sanaeshealing@gmail.com so I can let you know when I offer next Natto making and preparation class.

Here is one of my Natto preparation recipes “Natto Canapé” for Natto eating beginners so you can enjoy.

2. Recipe
Natto Canapé (fomented soy beans)

MAKES 4 SERVINGS

1 sun dried tomato (0.5 oz)
two leaves basil (5 leaves)
3 oz Natto (organic none GMO homemade is better)
tamari -soy sauce with no wheat or shoyu-soy sauce (option)
olive oil (option)
rice crackers
sprout

1. Soak sun dried tomato to be soft, drain the water and sliced very thin.
2. Chop basil leaves.
3. Mix sliced sun dried tomato and chopped basil into Natto in a bowl.
4. Add tamari or shoyu and/or olive oil.
5. #4 mix to place on a rice crackers.
6. Add sprout on the top as garnish/decoration.

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2 Comments

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    Sanae is a wonderful counselor, chef, baker, teacher and author. I was diagnosed with cancer over 11 years ago, and Sanae was my macrobiotic counselor. I changed my life style as well as the way I ate, thought, exercised, and took care of my body. There is no doubt in my mind that she contributed to my recovery and good health. Thank you Sanae for continuing to contribute to my well being, as well as sharing your expertise with others.

    • 2

      Joan, Thank you so much for your wonderful comment. I am grateful to see how you are doing and happy to be a part of your healing journey. Wishing you healthy happy life many more years! Love, Sanae

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