Japanese Kinki fish sauce
Kinki Fish Sauce
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Kinki Fish Sauce

$26.30

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A rare expression of Japanese fish sauce, this Kinki Fish Sauce is crafted from high-grade Kinki (Shortspine Thornyhead), fermented with salt and koji mold—a departure from the usual fish-and-salt formula. The addition of koji deepens its complexity, imparting a rounded, layered umami that goes beyond the sharp salinity of traditional fish sauces. A mere drop can amplify depth in your dishes lending a rich, oceanic backbone without overpowering. Ideal as a secret ingredient, it seamlessly enhances a wide range of dishes. Use it as a finishing touch, a salt alternative, or a sophisticated substitute for other fish sauces.

Shortspine thornyhead (Alaska Kichiji), Salt, Malt

3.4 fl. oz. (100ml), 33.8 fl. oz. (1L)

Use this Kinki Fish Sauce as a flavor amplifier—a few drops can enhance broths, sauces, dressings, or marinades with deep, oceanic umami. It works as a salt alternative or a substitute for other fish sauces, blending effortlessly into any cuisine without overpowering.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Refrigerate after opening. Due to natural ingredients (amino acids), sediment may form; shake well before use. Handle with care to avoid damaging the bottle.