明太子

Noun

 * 1) roe of Alaska pollock

Etymology
From.

Noun

 * 1) the marinated roe of, the Alaska pollock or
 * A common ingredient in Japanese cuisine. Originated from Korean cuisine, introduced to Japan after the Russo-Japanese War. The typical seasoning and flavor is slightly different in Japan.

Derived terms

 * : spicy mentaiko, salted and aged