Kokutan Burger is a local specialty burger from Kyotango, in northern Kyoto Prefecture. Its most distinctive feature is its completely black bun, made with rice flour blended with bamboo charcoal powder. The bun has a pleasantly chewy texture and makes a memorable first impression.
Inside the bun is a crispy, fragrant fillet of fried Spanish mackerel, accompanied by tomatoes and other vegetables. A homemade tartar sauce brings the ingredients together, creating a well-balanced combination of flavors.
This burger showcases some of the finest ingredients from the Tango region. The rice flour is made from Tango-grown Koshihikari rice, a variety that has received the highest A-rank evaluation. The Spanish mackerel is another local specialty, as Tango is known for having one of Japan’s largest catches of this fish.
The homemade tartar sauce also contains locally produced rock seaweed, adding a distinctive regional touch. With its combination of carefully selected local ingredients, Kokutan Burger offers a delicious way to experience the flavors of Tango in a single meal.