S&B Foods announced that it will launch watercress for hot-pot dishes as a winter-limited product. A long-stem variety was selected so that it retains its texture even when simmered, and sales will begin nationwide.
S&B Foods announced that it will launch watercress suited to hot-pot dishes as a winter-limited product. The company has carefully selected a variety suitable for hot pots and is proposing new ways to use watercress, which is familiar as an accompaniment to meat dishes.
The nationwide launch will begin on 5 October. The product will be available in approximately 100-gram packs at an open price, with shipments scheduled to continue through around March 2027.
This is the first launch of a product specifically for hot-pot dishes. A long-stem variety was selected so that it can withstand simmering. A dedicated website featuring recipes will also be launched alongside the product, promoting uses including sukiyaki, stir-fries and dressed dishes.
The article highlights the product's flavor and texture, which are suited to simmering in a hot pot, and encourages its use at home through multiple recipe suggestions.