“Bingo-scallion” is a traditional Japanese condiment often paired with sushi, particularly with oily fish like mackerel, sardines, horse mackerel, and herring. It’s made by grinding chives or green onions in a mortar and pestle along with ginger juice.
The term “Bingo” translates to Japanese as “atari,” and its origin comes from the Japanese word “suru,” which means “to grind.” However, “suru” can also mean “to lose” or “to rub away,” which can have a negative connotation. To give the condiment a more positive and auspicious name, the term “atari,” which also means “to strike” or “to hit,” was chosen to infuse the name with a sense of good fortune.
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