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Space Food

Condiments and Seasonings

Last Updated：March 30, 2020

Detailed data on the Condiments and Seasonings (2 items of 2 manufacturers)

※Chronological order of certification
※Explaination of the Certified Foods are based on comments written by manufacturers

Soy sauce

"Raw" soy sauce means that the product has not been subjected to heating process. It is characterized by the sharp transparent color and mild taste. The percentage of salt is reduced by 25 % as compared to the ordinary commercialized soy sauce (salt: 17.5 %). The sealed bottle is designed as a "squeeze-and-serve" package. The soy sauce can be served drip by drip. It has both good taste and useability.

Preparation	This product is applied to food
Content	200 ml
Energy	14 kcal (per 15 ml=tablespoon)
Manufacturer	Kikkoman Corporation

Mayonnaise

This product is used for seasoning salad since fresh vegetables are transported to the ISS by Russian Progress cargo spacecraft, H-II Transfer Vehicle "KOUNOTORI" (HTV), etc. for several days of consumption. It is also used as seasoning for daily dish. This product is made by the manufacturing method which eliminates the oxygen contained in the vegetable oil to keep the delicious taste lasting for a long time.

Preparation	No preparation needed
Content	50 g (per bottle)
Energy	350 kcal (per bottle)
Manufacturer	Kewpie Corporation

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