Beni shōga (紅生姜) is a type of tsukemono (
Japanesepickle). It is made from thin strips of
ginger pickled in umezu (梅酢), the vinegary pickling solution used to make
umeboshi. The red color is traditionally derived from red
perilla (Perilla frutescens var. crispa). Commercial beni shōga often derives its hue from artificial coloring.[1][2] It is served with many Japanese dishes, including
gyūdon,
okonomiyaki, and
yakisoba.