Ikenaga Iron Works Nanbu Ironware Water Drainer & Iron Supplement for Nukazuke - Mini

Transform your homemade nukazuke (rice bran pickles) with this innovative mini water absorber from Ikenaga Iron Works!
Crafted in Japan using traditional Nanbu Tekki (southern ironware) techniques, this cast iron tool functions as both an iron supplement and excess water collector. It replenishes essential iron in your nukadoko (rice bran bed) for vibrant fermentation, while absorbing moisture from veggies to prevent sogginess – resulting in perfectly colored, tangy pickles every time! 🥒

💧 No more watery beds or dull flavors!

🌟 Key Benefits

• Dual-Action Design: Supplies vital iron to boost bacterial activity, taming strong odors and speeding up stalled fermentation for reliable results.
• Water Management Magic: Collects excess water from fermenting vegetables, keeping your nukadoko balanced and preventing over-moistening.
• Enhances Pickle Perfection: Promotes vibrant colors in your pickles, like beautiful blue/purple hues in eggplants.
• Authentic & Durable: Made from raw cast iron for natural iron release – safe, high-quality, and built to last in your traditional Japanese pickling setup.
• Targeted for Nukazuke: Specifically for rice bran beds; not for boiling water in kettles/pots or glossing black beans.

🛠️ How to Use & Precautions

• Simple Setup: After opening, give it a rinse and place the mini water absorber directly into your active nukadoko bed.
• Daily Maintenance: Stir the bed regularly every day for optimal performance.
• Moisture Control: If the bed is too moist, remove the absorber, discard the collected water, and let the nukadoko dry out by adding new nuka (rice bran) to it. To prevent over-drying, monitor the bed's condition and adjust use as needed.
• Rust Care: If rust appears, brush it off gently – iron particles are harmless (consult a healthcare practitioner if you have health concerns). Do not leave it soaked in water post-use to avoid rust.
• For Nukazuke Only: Once your pickles achieve vibrant colors (e.g., eggplants turning blue/purple), you can remove it.

Compact & Handy:
Size – Diameter 6.9cm × Height 4.8cm, weight approx. 340g
MADE IN JAPAN – Pure Nanbu Tekki craftsmanship for your fermentation journey!