{"product_id":"jerkybite-lab-smoked-cuttlefish-2-25-ounce","title":"Smoked Cuttlefish","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you grew up in Hawaii, you know\u003cspan\u003e?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eika\u003c\/em\u003e. The Japanese word for squid or cuttlefish, ika has been a staple snack across the islands for generations ¡ª chewy, savory, and completely addictive. This is the smoked version: made in Japan, sliced paper-thin (not shredded), and seasoned to deliver that deep, smoky flavor locals compare to\u003cspan\u003e?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003esmoked tako\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece of cuttlefish is cut into a flat, thin slice ¡ª closer to a delicate sheet of smoked seafood than the strand-style shredded ika you might know from a bag of furikake popcorn mix. The result is a cleaner bite with bold smoke upfront, followed by a savory-sweet finish and that unmistakable briny depth that makes cuttlefish so satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow in fat, high in protein, and shelf-stable, it's the kind of snack that disappears fast once you open the bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you're getting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAsia Trans Smoked Cuttlefish (Ika):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper-thin slices ¡ª not shredded, not jerky-style strips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoky, savory flavor with a mild sweetness ¡ª tastes like smoked tako\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow in fat, naturally high in protein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo refrigeration needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy Smoked Cuttlefish:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEat it straight from the bag, paired with a cold beer or sake, or alongside a bowl of rice. Ika has been a go-to beach, bar, and road trip snack in Hawaii for decades, and once you try it, you'll understand why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About Smoked Cuttlefish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat is ika?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIka is the Japanese word for squid or cuttlefish, widely used in Hawaii to refer to dried and seasoned cuttlefish snacks. It's one of the most beloved grab-and-go snacks across the islands, popular at local grocery stores, fish markets, and convenience shops throughout Hawaii and the Pacific.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat does smoked cuttlefish taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSmoked cuttlefish is savory, mildly sweet, and smoky with a natural ocean depth. Locals often compare it to smoked tako (octopus), another classic Hawaiian dried seafood snack. The smoke flavor is distinct but not heavy, and the thin slices give a lighter, more delicate chew than shredded squid products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHow is this different from dried shredded cuttlefish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThese are two distinct products. Dried shredded cuttlefish (also called ika squid) is torn into thin fiber-like strands and is often sweet-savory or spicy. This smoked cuttlefish is cut into flat, paper-thin slices and smoked, giving it a completely different texture and a deeper, smokier flavor. Neither is better ¡ª they just deliver a different experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat is smoked tako, and does this taste like it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTako is the Japanese and Hawaiian word for octopus. Smoked tako is a traditional island snack sold at local markets and delis across Hawaii. Cuttlefish and octopus are both cephalopods with a similar flavor that Hawaii locals immediately recognize when dried and smoked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhere is smoked cuttlefish made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAsia Tran's smoked cuttlefish is authentically made in Japan. Japan has a long tradition of crafting high-quality dried and smoked seafood, and that care comes through in the texture and flavor of each slice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Residents PROP 65:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWARNING:?\u003c\/b\u003eConsuming this product can expose you to mercury or lead, which are?known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 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