WANKO DASHI Okra Jelly

As the heat lingers, it is important to continue paying attention to your dog’s meals and hydration.

This “edible hydration” recipe combines WANKO DASHI with ground pork, okra, tomato, and carrot to help your dog enjoy adding moisture to their diet:
“Okra Jelly.”

It brings together okra’s natural thickness and the goodness of yakuzen ingredients, making it an easy option for a warm-weather treat or a topping for your dog’s usual meal.

Ingredients

Approximate calories for the full recipe: 115 kcal

• WANKO DASHI: 400 ml
• Powdered agar: 4 g
• Ground pork: 50 g
• Okra: 40 g
• Tomato: 30 g
• Carrot: 20 g

Calorie values may vary depending on the ingredients and products used.

Preparation

• Ground pork: Boil until fully cooked, then remove the scum and excess fat.
• Okra: Boil until soft and chop finely.
• Carrot: Peel, boil until soft, and mince.
• Tomato: Use only ripe red flesh. Remove the stem, leaves, stalk, and skin, then chop finely.

How to Make It

1. Add the WANKO DASHI and powdered agar to a saucepan and heat while stirring.
2. Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat and continue cooking until the agar has completely dissolved.
3. Add the prepared ground pork, carrot, and tomato, then mix gently.
4. Let the mixture cool slightly, pour it into a mold, and refrigerate until set.
5. Break the set jelly into pieces suitable for your dog, add the okra, and mix before serving.

A Note on Yakuzen Ingredients

In traditional yakuzen practice, pork is regarded as a nourishing ingredient, okra is used with digestive comfort in mind, and tomato has long been included in seasonal meals that emphasize moisture during hot weather.

These descriptions reflect traditional dietary concepts and are not claims that the ingredients treat or prevent disease.

Feeding Notes

Do not serve the entire batch at once. Adjust the amount according to your dog’s weight, age, condition, and usual diet.

When introducing a new ingredient, start with a small amount and observe your dog afterward.
Break the jelly into an appropriate size to reduce the risk of choking.

If your dog has a medical condition, allergies, dietary restrictions, or concerning symptoms, consult your veterinarian before serving.

Keep the finished jelly refrigerated and use it as soon as possible with appropriate food hygiene.

How to Use WANKO DASHI

Supervised by a veterinarian and a yakuzen specialist, WANKO DASHI is a broth for dogs that can add aroma and moisture to everyday meals.

Pour it over food or use it in recipes such as this chilled jelly, depending on your dog’s usual diet.

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