CAREFULLY BREWED; slow, triple-fermented soy beans and rich vegetable broths combine to create a concentrated yet balanced umami-rich pantry sauce I think this is a good seasoning alternative if you are vegetarian, vegan or are enthusiastic about eating more plant-based foods. This is made to be used as an easy-to-use, all-purpose seasoning to add some excitement to a boring meal. Think of it like the Asian version of what Mrs. Dash does, or the non-MSG version of the Maggi all-purpose seasoning.

INQ. NO. 2201C14] Sempio Yondu features a versatile savory seasoning that brings out the inherent flavor of your ingredients. Natural umami from slowly fermenting and simmering vegetables gives delicate flavor and balance to your dishes. A store-bought or homemade tapenade will make an excellent alternative to umami paste. They’re often made with olives, anchovies, and olive oil – the predominant flavors that you’ll taste in umami paste.Thanks to its clear color and versatile liquid format, it can be added to unlimited recipes at any stage of the cooking process. Use Yondu for veggies or any other healthy dishes that need an umami boost. This is so delicious even on its own but would be a fabulous addition to any kitchen store cupboard. It has marked intensity and yet is so well blended that you struggle to isolate each ingredient. This is a dream of a product and we loved it!”

Sempio is steadily striving for research and innovation in Korean food culture by establishing the first fermentation research institute in Korea and investing about 4% of its annual sales in R&D. Although Korean bamboo salt isn’t cheap, you’ll find a little goes a long way. 9. Kombu + Fish sauce It's made from slow, triple-fermented soybeans and flavor-rich broth (simmered and concentrated from 8 different vegetables).To dial up the savory intensity, you may like to sprinkle in a tablespoon or two of Parmesan cheese. For those who enjoy mild-tasting food, tapenade is excellent added on its own.

This is marketed as a health product (natural ingredients, natural fermentation), so you can feel good about using it? I do have some reservations to just how healthy a commercially-made product can really be, but it does have fermented beans and vegetables extracts, which can’t be a bad thing, I guess. Umami paste is a Japanese spice made from fermented soybean paste that is popular in soups, stews, and sauces. Umami paste is made by adding the naturally occurring amino acid glutamate to soybean paste, and then allowing it to ferment. It is not a secret ingredient, and it is available in most Asian supermarkets. Why is Yondu such a high-impact ingredient to have in your pantry? Generations of fermentation knowledge + time + complex umami from vegetables! Homemade umami paste will keep for 2 to 3 weeks in the fridge in an airtight container. It can also be frozen in ice cube trays, then taken out and kept frozen in freezer bags. Umami paste can be kept in the freezer for 3 to 6 months before it begins to lose its properties. Where can I buy umami paste? Umami is considered the fifth taste our taste buds can perceive, along with salt, sweet, bitter and sour. It was discovered by Kikunae Ikeda in 1908.Umami” is a word that I tend to throw around casually when I write about food. Sometimes I use it without really explaining what I mean by it. Taking the lead in promoting the value of soybean fermentation, which is the core of Korean culinary culture, to global markets, Sempio was recognized for its contribution to increasing exports and pioneering the global market with sauces including Yondu Vegetable Umami Essence and Sempio Organic Gochujang.

Of course there are other brands, but this brand has built an excellent reputation for versatility and taste. 2. Tapenade Although Korean bamboo salt is not cheap, you will find that with a small amount you can go a long way. 9. Kombu + fish sauce Homemade umami paste will last 2-3 weeks refrigerated in an airtight container. It is also suitable for freezing in ice cube trays and can then be popped out and stored frozen in freezer-safe bags. Umami paste will last 3-6 months frozen before it starts to lose its quality. Where can I buy umami paste?Sempio Foods Company (herein referred to as Sempio) is a family-owned company that has been mastering the art of plant-based fermentation for three generations. Non-GMO and organic soybeans are slowly fermented in three stages to bring out savory flavors. This base is blended with the concentrated broth of eight different vegetables to balance and add delicate complexity. Yondu Vegetable Umami is a well-balanced versatile seasoning. With that being said, #howyouyondu is totally personal (everyone has their favorite way to use it). When your Yondu arrives: Healthy. Lentils are one of the healthiest yet inexpensive plant-protein out there. They are rich in fiber and iron too. This soup also features carrots which provide a good dose of beta carotene and powerful antioxidants as well as potatoes which are great sources of energy-giving carbs and lots of minerals.