This is the byJAPAN Baratz Garlic & Pepper, a savoury snack featuring bara nori—raw domestic seaweed dried in its natural form—topped with toasted almonds and macadamia nuts, then seasoned with garlic and black pepper.
It delivered a garlicky, buttery richness up front, likely from the powdered yeast extract, which coated the palate before giving way to the marine umami of the nori. A touch of black pepper emerged in the finish, contributing a mild, lingering heat. The macadamias added a light, creamy crunch, while the almonds brought a firmer texture and deeper roasted nuttiness. The contrast between the crisp seaweed and toasted nuts created a layered and engaging texture.
There was notable depth in both flavour and mouthfeel—balancing savouriness, richness, and contrasting textures in a way that proved intensely satisfying. The snack was immediately moreish, and the quality of ingredients shone through in each bite. Overall, an umami-rich, garlicky seaweed snack with excellent texture contrast and nutty depth—immediately addictive and well worth repurchasing.
This ByJAPAN Baratz Garlic & Pepper contained 51 g. It was produced in Japan and purchased in Sendai, Japan in 2024.