Product Description:
Enhance the flavors of your favorite Japanese dishes with Obento Cooking Sake (250mL)—a traditional Japanese rice wine specially crafted for culinary use. Made from fermented rice, this cooking sake delivers a mildly sweet and umami-rich taste, perfect for elevating the depth and complexity of your cooking. It helps tenderize meats, balance flavors, and eliminate unwanted odors from seafood while adding a delicate aroma to your dishes.
Ideal for stir-fries, marinades, soups, broths, and simmered dishes, Obento Cooking Sake is an essential ingredient in authentic Japanese cuisine. The 250mL bottle is convenient for home kitchens, allowing you to incorporate a touch of traditional Japanese flavor into your everyday cooking.
Product Details:
- Brand: Obento
- Product Name: Cooking Sake
- Size: 250mL
- Type: Japanese rice wine for cooking
- Alcohol Content: Typically around 13-15% (for cooking purposes)
- Flavor Profile: Mildly sweet, slightly umami, and aromatic
- Ingredients: Water, rice, rice koji (fermented rice mold), alcohol
- Storage Instructions: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Refrigerate after opening and use within 3 months.
Key Features:
✅ Authentic Japanese Flavor: Adds depth and umami to a wide range of dishes.
✅ Tenderizes Meats: Helps break down proteins for softer, more flavorful dishes.
✅ Enhances Marinades & Sauces: Balances salty and sweet flavors in Japanese cuisine.
✅ Removes Unwanted Odors: Perfect for seafood and meat preparations.
✅ Versatile Culinary Use: Suitable for simmering, stir-frying, and soup bases.
✅ Convenient 250mL Bottle: Perfect for home cooking without taking up too much space.
How to Use:
- Marinating Meat & Seafood: Add cooking sake to marinades to enhance tenderness and remove fishy or gamey odors.
- Simmered Dishes & Stews: Use in Japanese simmered dishes (e.g., teriyaki, sukiyaki, and nikujaga) for deeper flavor.
- Stir-Fries & Fried Rice: Splash a small amount into stir-fries for added umami and aroma.
- Soup & Broth Enhancement: Add to miso soup, ramen broth, or hot pot for a rich, authentic taste.
- Glazing & Finishing: Use alongside mirin and soy sauce for a glossy, well-balanced sauce in teriyaki and yakitori.
Ideal For:
✔️ Home cooks and food enthusiasts looking to recreate authentic Japanese flavors.
✔️ Fans of Japanese cuisine who want to elevate their dishes with traditional ingredients.
✔️ Chefs and professional kitchens needing a reliable cooking sake for high-quality dishes.
✔️ Anyone exploring Asian cooking and looking for a versatile ingredient to enhance their recipes.
With Obento Cooking Sake (250mL), you can bring authentic Japanese flavors into your kitchen and create delicious, restaurant-quality meals with ease!