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Metade (Tade Microgreen)
めたで (Metade)
Also known as: Metade, Tade microgreen, Persicaria hydropiper microgreen, 芽蓼
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | めたで |
| Common Japanese notations | めたで, 芽蓼, メタデ |
| Origin | Young sprouts of tade (Persicaria hydropiper, water pepper) used as microgreen condiment specifically for sashimi accompaniment |
| Typical functions | Sashimi garnish — finely sprinkled on raw fish for spicy-aromatic accent, Premium kaiseki accent |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard agricultural product labeling. Niche specialty. Not a designated allergen. |
Metade (めたで / 芽蓼) is the young sprouts of tade (Persicaria hydropiper / water pepper), used specifically as a microgreen condiment for sashimi. The OEM positioning is niche premium foodservice specialty for premium sashimi presentation.
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- Fresh metade (specialty foodservice)
What it is
Microgreens of Persicaria hydropiper, used as sashimi accent.
Typical uses in Japanese products
Sashimi garnish — premium presentation.
For OEM: foodservice supply for premium sushi and Japanese cuisine restaurants.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. Niche specialty. Not a designated allergen.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Niche specialty positioning. |
|---|---|
| USA | Niche specialty positioning. |
| China | Niche specialty positioning. |
| Korea | Niche specialty positioning. |
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References
- MEXT Standard Tables of Food Composition — めたで
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.