Omiso Artisanal Ichinen Miso Paste

$32.95

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California-based Omiso makes high-quality red Ichinen miso inspired by the traditional fermentation methods of microbreweries in Japan. Founder Ai Fujimoto ferments hand-picked Japanese koji rice with organic soybeans she mashes by hand in Omiso’s Los Angeles kitchen. The Ichinen miso has a high koji ratio—which imparts a sweet, fruity aroma and flavor—unlike overly salty supermarket versions. Under the guidance of Omiso’s fermentation specialist, Nozomi Jinguji, the red miso ages for a year before it’s ready to use. The result is a subtly sweet, robust and funky miso you can store in the fridge and scoop anytime for marinades, glazes, roasted meat and vegetables, caramels and more.

Organic Soybeans, Organic Koji Cultured Rice, Sea Salt, Spring Water
Allergens: Soy

Net Weight/Volume: 8 ounces
Place of Origin: California, USA

Aged longer than younger yellow misos, this complex Ichinen miso complements dishes with strong flavors, like braised short ribs or osso bucco. Red miso is also a great addition to glazes and marinades—it adds a smoky caramelization without using the grill. We especially like using miso when baking, thanks to its sweet-salty combination; try it in cookie doughs, blondies, banana breads and fillings or caramels (the burnt sugar notes complement the rich miso flavors). Use the red miso in our Pan-Seared Miso-Marinated Skirt Steak, Kale and Miso Soup with Tofu and Ginger or Honey-Miso Salmon and Broccolini Traybake.

Store in freezer or fridge (up to three months).