What Is Mentaiko - Web mentaiko (明太子) is made from whole roe sacs of alaskan pollack (a member of the cod family), which are cured with salt and marinated in various seasonings and spices. It is originated from korean cuisine, however, mentaiko became popular in japan after world war two.
It is originated from korean cuisine, however, mentaiko became popular in japan after world war two. Web mentaiko (明太子) is made from whole roe sacs of alaskan pollack (a member of the cod family), which are cured with salt and marinated in various seasonings and spices.