{"product_id":"iseso-koji-aspergillus-oryzae","title":"Iseso - Rice Koji (Aspergillus oryzae) 200g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMiyako Koji Shikaku Kata\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKoji (preparation for sake, soy sauce, miso)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eMiyako Kōji Shikaku Kata\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etraditional Japanese rice kōji\u003c\/strong\u003e used as an essential base in many Japanese cuisine fermentations. Obtained by cultivating the fungus \u003cstrong\u003eAspergillus oryzae\u003c\/strong\u003e on carefully prepared rice, it is a key ingredient for developing umami flavors and transforming culinary preparations.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nPresented in the form of a kōji block, this product is crafted traditionally to ensure homogeneous fermentation and consistent quality. This block form allows for simple and progressive use according to culinary needs.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAn essential ingredient in Japanese fermentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nKōji is at the heart of many traditional Japanese recipes. It is used to create fermented preparations rich in flavor, bringing natural sweetness, aromatic depth, and complexity to dishes.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis kōji is particularly appreciated for making:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmazake\u003c\/strong\u003e: a traditional sweet drink made from fermented rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eShio kōji\u003c\/strong\u003e: a salt-fermented seasoning, widely used in modern Japanese cuisine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eShōyu kōji\u003c\/strong\u003e: a fermented soy sauce condiment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThanks to its natural fermenting properties, it can also tenderize meats, enrich broths, and add a deep umami flavor to many dishes.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUsage Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nKōji can be used by breaking it up or incorporating it directly into your preparations according to recipes. It is suitable for both home use and more advanced use in fermentative cooking.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis product should be stored at \u003cstrong\u003eroom temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e, in a dry place.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nTo ensure optimal quality, it is important to:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003estore it away from direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eavoid high temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eavoid humid environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eTraditional Japanese rice kōji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eBlock form (kōji block)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eUsed for food fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal base for amazake, shio kōji, and shōyu kōji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eAn essential product in fermented Japanese cuisine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"allergenes\"\u003eRice, Aspergillus oryzae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNutritional Values per 100g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"komoku-vn-table\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eEnergy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e369 kcal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eProtein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.8 g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eFat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eOf which saturated fatty acids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e84.1 g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eOf which sugar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e57.8 g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eSalt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ISESO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38468170776745,"sku":"BT850","price":7.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0509\/6728\/1833\/products\/4098.jpg?v=1611074927","url":"https:\/\/porcosmetics.com\/en\/products\/iseso-koji-aspergillus-oryzae","provider":"KIOKO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}