Discover the Wonders of Yuzu: A Household Speciality!
In the tapestry of Japanese culture, certain elements stand out like vivid brushstrokes on a canvas, weaving tales of tradition, symbolism, and sensory delights. Among these treasures is Yuzu, a citrus fruit cherished not only for its tangy flavour but also for its deep-rooted cultural significance. Join me on a journey to unravel the layers of meaning behind this humble yet remarkable fruit, as we explore its role in rituals, Japanese cuisine, and the collective soul of Japan.
You might know of the famous Yuzu-yu tradition that takes place in Japan. Where people enjoy a good Yuzu bath it is one of the famous practise that is followed and loved by the Japanese people but I am going to talk about the small traditions that occur in a normal household of any Japanese family involving Yuzu. These traditions are the reason why most of the Japanese respect and adore this little fruit that has so much to offer.
Yuzu is considered a symbol of Prosperity and Good Fortune although not in the same way as other symbols like the Japanese lucky cat (Maneki-Neko) or the pine tree (Matsu) but during New Year's celebrations Yuzu is often used as a decoration symbolizing freshness, vitality, and purification for the coming year. This shows the trust for Yuzu among the Japanese People. Yuzu branches are displayed in homes as well as public spaces. They are often arranged in vases or decorative containers, the green leaves and bright Yuzu fruit look elegant and enhance the festive ambience.
In many regions of Japan whenever a Yuzu dish is cooked in a household it is always shared with the neighbours symbolizing the affection, togetherness and common love for Yuzu among people. It is almost considered a small occasion if you get a Yuzu dish from your neighbours. After all who doesn't like a good Yuzu Marinade or Yuzu Sweet dish. Particularly during the Winter season, hot soups and stews with Yuzu Flavour are cherished. Made from yuzu zest and chilli peppers, Yuzu kosho is a spicy condiment, prepared in a Japanese household which is also commonly enjoyed during winter to add warmth and flavour to meals.
People in Japan also preserve Yuzu by making yuzu vinegar, yuzu marmalade, or drying yuzu peels for later use. Another inseparable part of the Japanese household is Yuzu-cha or Yuzu Tea. In Japan, Yuzu cha is made primarily from yuzu fruit, honey or sugar, and hot water. Optionally, additional ingredients like ginger or cinnamon may be added for extra flavour and warmth. It is a very refreshing drink consumed very often but this hot Yuzu cha is enjoyed by Japanese people, especially during cold winters. They take Yuzu-cha in small teacups or larger mugs, depending on personal preference and enjoy its flavour and warmth with comfort. Some people also like to have it chilled during warmer weather.
Yuzu is hence called a versatile ingredient and has a big role in the Culinary and Festive culture of Japan. It connects people to seasonal traditions and rituals. Yuzu has been getting immense love from households in Japan over the past so many years. Its flavour and exotic taste are deeply rooted in Japanese people's minds and its spectacle brings a feeling of homeness in their hearts. Overall, it is a cherished ingredient and cultural symbol deeply ingrained in Japanese culture.
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anti-binge guide:
~ read this list 20 times ~
count to 100 very slowly
talk on the phone with someone
clean up something gross (bye I never did this one to be honest, lmao. no thank yo)
go out on a walk
pour salt over craving food (also a popular one I never did. a bitch just didn’t like to waste salt or food like that. i say that while heavily relying on number 10 🤡)
make a list of triggers + avoid them // find low cal fibrous, filling alternatives
go outside and do 20 pushups + 100 jumping jacks (the jiggling was enough of an anti-binge lmao); bonus, do in front of a mirror (this is just cruel but also effective so idk yall, take your gander)
take a shot of ACV (LIGHT IT UPPPP lmao, pretend you’re clubbing but the vodka is vinegar and rather than feeling buzzed and happy, you’re miserable and desperate. but babes, we gotta romanticize this, so party it up anyways lmao)
sleep
c/s (wastes food, but worked wonders for me. just make sure you have at least a bite at the end, and rinse the mouth, but don’t brush to preserve that enamel)
listen to a podcast / read a book
watch something gory
write in your diary
th1nsp0
make a food planner for next week
calculate the deficit yoo’ll maintain for the week and the lbs progress if you don’t binge (it feels like a reward then, to refrain)
online window shop for clothes you want to fit in
dance / go on a run
take a shower/bath
do some self care. attend to those emotional needs rather than using food as an emotional crutch. sis is not your therapist.
chew on ice (i was never this desperate lmao)
plan a controlled metabolism day and work the foods you want to binge on now in that day to practice moderation and portion control while also reinforcing discipline
STOP if you have already started. you don’t have to continue. you’re okay. you still have control. stop now and prove it to yourself.
learn some biology (human anatomy, physiology, etc)
✨some affirmations✨:
~ repeat these to yourself for as long as it takes for the urge to binge to go away ~
food does not hold power over me
i don’t actually want this
*this food* actually really grosses me out
i don’t even like to eat
i’m going to put this away because i don’t need it and i listen to my needs
i am such an intuitive eater. i know when to stop eating naturally
its so easy for me to not eat
not eating is so easy
i take care of my emotional needs rather than numbing them away with food
food won’t make me feel better. self care will
i take care of myself.
i am committed to taking care of myself
i don’t even want to eat anymore.
i have no appetite. i never do
this food taste so gross and it lingers in the mouth. why would i want to eat something like that
i naturally crave fruits and vegetables.
i naturally eat healthy
i feel so much lighter and happier when i don’t eat
i feel better now that i said no to *this food*
i don’t really need food
i am actually really thirsty. i need water, not food
i am okay
i have control over myself and my body because i listen to it and take of it
i have discipline because i am naturally built for this
i am okay
i will be okay
this urge is not the end of the world. i don’t have to give in
just because i have a desire, that doesn’t compel me to fulfil it. i have more self control than that
i am okay.
i will be okay.
i am strong
i am okay
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