Hanamaruki Gluten Free Shio Koji 500ml (Gluten Free)

Introduce authentic Japanese umami to your kitchen with Hanamaruki Ekitai Shio Koji. This versatile, naturally fermented liquid rice seasoning is crafted from Rice Koji (46%), water, salt, and a touch of ethyl alcohol. It serves as a perfect gluten-free alternative to soy sauce, adding a balanced saltiness and deep savoury complexity to any dish. Its natural enzymes make it an exceptional marinade, quickly tenderising meat for succulent, melt-in-the-mouth results. Enhance your cooking by mixing it into dashi for a flavourful broth, or adding a splash to soups, stews, and sauces for instant depth. A cornerstone of Japanese cuisine, this koji is used just like the professionals: for best results, use 10% of your ingredient's weight (e.g., 20g for 200g of chicken). With no allergens and containing 157 kcal per 100ml, it's a must-have pantry staple for every home cook. Store in a cool, dry place and refrigerate after opening.

Koji can remove typical strong smells of meat and makes it soft and tender. The enzyme within koji softens meat and brings out its flavour. Brings out the flavour of many foods. By adding just a little shio koji causes the amino acid within it to breakdown proteins, providing in a fully-flavoured finish. A natural seasoning. Shio koji is made from fermented kome (rice) koji, salt and water, creating a simple and natural condiment. . A highly versatile liquid The Hanamaruki brand manufactures shio koji in liquid form, allowing it to easily be used just like soy sauce, mirin or sake. unit 81 winston ind est, churchill wall, Sheffield, S35 2PS, UK