Red Yuzu Kosho 200g - 100% Ingredients Made In Japan
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Red Yuzu Kosho Paste from Natural Ingredients
Packed with a well-balanced, ripe yuzu sharp scent with a tingly, sweet spiciness. Less salt than most available yuzu kosho, no bitterness. Made in Japan.
What is Yuzu Kosho?
Yuzu Kosho is a Japanese traditional spice condiment for many recipes. A small amount can boost the umami flavor and add spiciness to dishes. Use Yuzu Kosho sparingly on everything: season fried foods, steamed foods, grilled foods, sushi, and sashimi. Or add yuzu kosho to make salad dressings, dipping sauce, soups, stir-fires, hot pots, natto rice, mayo sandwich, etc.
Bringing The Authentic Taste from Southern Japan
Yuzu Kosho Paste by Kawashimaya is a gem product developed with care from Miyazaki Prefecture in the southern part of Japan.
Please use Yuzu Kosho to spice up Japanese, Chinese, Italian, or Western cuisines!
Product Features:
● Less salt (25.6mg/0.5g) than most available yuzu kosho
● Free of additives, artificial preservatives, and colorings
● Gentle farming method that reduce the environment impact as much as possible
● 100% Japanese domestic ingredients used
Gem Product Manufactured with Care
We are proud to deliver this authentic Yuzu Kosho while committing to safe, secure cultivation and manufacturing methods. Yuzu Citrus is cultivated carefully in the small, bountiful village of Shiromi, Miyazaki Prefecture. It is located in a mountainous area of Kyushu Island, blessed with every nature's gifts like pure water, clean air, and great temperature difference between day and night. This is the ideal place for growing quality Yuzu. Please enjoy the products that have been made with care.
Two Flavors: Green & Red
Characteristics of Green Yuzu Kosho
- Aroma: Refreshing and unobtrusive flavor of young yuzu
- Spiciness: Medium
- Texture: Paste with a grainy texture
- Great to be added in: Season fried foods, stir-fries, steak sauce, cold tofu, salad dressing, sashimi, carpaccio, soba noodles, miso soup, yakitori, pasta, etc.
Characteristics of Red Yuzu Kosho
- Aroma: Fruity sweet taste from ripened yuzu and chili peppers
- Spiciness: Mild
- Texture: Paste with a grainy texture
- Great to be added in: Season fried chicken, sashimi, hot pots, natto rice, boiled tofu (yudofu), udon, shrimp chili, dumplings, mayo sandwich, salad dressing, etc.
Yuzu Kosho That Goes Well With Rice
If you put it on warm rice, the aroma of yuzu will spread, and the stimulated appetite will be filled with spicy salty taste. Please try it with other rice as well.
Use yuzu kosho for onigiri, ochazuke, natto rice, etc.
Yuzu Kosho Instead Of Salt And Pepper
As it is a paste type, it can be easily mixed with vinegar or oil. Make a versatile scented sauce that allows you to adjust the saltiness and acidity to your liking.
Use Green Yuzu Kosho for when you want a refreshing taste with a refreshing spiciness. If you want to enjoy the scent of yuzu more, please use Red Yuzu Kosho.
Use for salads, dressed veggies, or stir fry foods.
How to Use Green Yuzu Kosho Deliciously
＜Grilled Chicken Breast With Yuzu Kosho＞
Ingredients (1 Serving)
- 1 (300g) Chicken Breast
- 1 Tsp Green Yuzu Kosho
- 1 Tbsp Cooking Sake
- 1 Tbsp Oil
How to Make
- Cut the chicken breast into small pieces.
- Knead sake and yuzu kosho into chicken breast and leave for 10 minutes.
- Heat oil in a frying pan and cook the chicken over medium heat.
- Completed cooking on both sides.
Yuzu Kosho Infinite Arrangement Possibilities
It is useful as a condiment during the season of hot pots and oden, but it also goes well with meat, fish, vegetable ingredients, and various seasonings. Therefore it can be used in a variety of dishes.
Ideas On How to Use Yuzu Kosho
Dressing
Yuzu kosho has a particular scent, spiciness, and saltiness, so it blends well with light-scented oils such as sesame oil and olive oil.
Soup
Enjoy it as an addition to one of your favorite dishes such as udon, soba, and miso soup. You can enjoy a more gorgeous aoma by combining yuzu kosho with hot dishes.
Fish Dishes
The sharp spicy yuzu kosho enhances the taste of sashimi and grilled fish. It also goes well with Japanese-style ingredients such as grated garlic, ginger, and ponzu sauce.
Meat Dishes
An excellent product that can be used for chicken, pork, and beef. Use it as a seasoning or put a small amount on the cooked dish. It goes well with meat, refreshing, and can be enjoyed nicely.
How to Use Red Yuzu Kosho Deliciously
＜Red Yuzu Kosho Mayonnaise＞
Ingredients (1 Serving)
- 1/2 Tsp Red Yuzu Kosho
- 2 Tbsp Mayonnaise
How to Make
- Combine mayonnaise with red yuzu kosho and stir until well mixed.
- Use red yuzu kosho mayonnaise as a spread or dipping sauce.
＜Red Yuzu Kosho Mayo Sandwich＞
Ingredients (1 Serving)
- 2 White Bread
- 1/2 Tsp Red Yuzu Kosho
- 3 Ham
- 3 Sliced Cucumber
- Other ingredient you like such as boiled egg, etc.
How to Make
- Combine red yuzu kosho and mayonnaise. Spread it on the bread.
- Add ham, cucumbers, and other ingredient you like into the sandwich.
- Cut the sandwich into triangles.
Green Yuzu Kosho Q&A
What is the best-before date of Yuzu Kosho?
The best-by date of Yuzu Kosho depends on the salt concentration and varies depending on the product. Most are about one year after manufacture.
How should I store Yuzu Kosho?
Store at room temperature away from direct sunlight, and store in the refrigerator after opening. In addition, it does not freeze hard even when frozen, so it can be used immediately after taken out from the freezer, and has a long-lasting flavor.
I'm not good with spicy food, but can I eat it?
You can try it just a little bit. You can also mix it with vinegar, oil or mayonnaise to make the spiciness milder and enjoy the scent of yuzu.
Product Details
| Product Details | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Red Yuzu Kosho |
| Ingredient | Yellow Yuzu, Red Chili Pepper, Salt |
| Quantity | 200g |
| Origin | Yamaguchi Prefecture, Kagawa Prefecture |
| Storage Guide | Keep away from direct sunlight, keep in cool dry place (Keep in the fridge after opening) |
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