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Japanese · Sauce / condiment

Shio Koji Cure

Fresh koji blitzed with water and sea salt into a rough paste that seasons, tenderizes and adds sweet, savory depth to meat, fish and vegetables. Use it fresh for the most enzyme activity, or let it mature in the fridge for a deeper flavor.

  • YieldServes 8
  • Hands-on13 min
  • Total13 min
  • Difficulty

Ingredients

  • 200 gfresh koji (barley or rice), any variety
  • 200 gwater
  • 20 gsea salt

Diet

  • Vegetarian (lacto-ovo)
  • Vegan

Contains

  • Gluten
  • Soy
  • Legumes (any)
  • Barley
  • Rice
  • Mold-ripened and koji-fermented foods

Taste

  • Sweet
  • Salty
  • Umami / savory
  • Aromatic spice

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Kitchen scale

Season

  • Any season

Occasion

  • Meal prep

Effort

  • Under 20 min active
  • Under 30 min total
  • Difficulty 1
  • Make-ahead friendly

Nutrition

  • Calories: low
  • Protein: low
  • Carbs: low
  • Fat: low
  • Fiber: low
  • Sodium: high

Budget

  • Budget: moderate

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