Condiment | Vegetarian Pescatarian

Mirin

Allergen-Free
mirin

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Glutinous Rice

¿Qué es Mirin?

A sweet, golden Japanese rice wine essential for imparting umami, glaze, and subtle sweetness to a wide range of dishes.

"The Japanese Culinary Secret"

¿A qué sabe Mirin?

Sweet, Umami, Slightly Tangy

Taste
Sweet, Umami, Slightly Salty
Texture
Viscous, Liquid
Aroma
Sweet, Fermented Rice, Alcohol
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Science Fact

Typically contains 10-14% alcohol by volume, along with a high sugar content.

Storage Tip

Store in a cool, dark place, preferably refrigerated after opening to maintain quality.

Usage Tip

Essential for balancing saltiness and adding a beautiful sheen to Japanese dishes.

Información Nutricional

Per 1 tbsp
Calories250 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.5 g
Total Carbohydrate45 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars40 g
Calcium5 mg
Iron0.1 mg
Potassium10 mg

El Secreto del Chef

For a deeper glaze and less alcohol burn, add mirin earlier in cooking to allow alcohol to evaporate, concentrating its sweetness and umami.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Mirin

El mejor sustituto para Mirin es Sake + Sugar, usado en una proporción de 1:1 with 1/4 part sugar. Best for balancing sweetness and alcohol, but less viscous.

Sustitutos para Mirin con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Sake + Sugar Mejor 1:1 with 1/4 part sugar Best for balancing sweetness and alcohol, but less viscous.
Dry Sherry + Sugar 1:1 with 1/4 part sugar Good for savory dishes, similar flavor profile, less authentic.
Rice Vinegar + Sugar 1:1 with 1/2 part sugar Adds sweetness and acidity, lacks umami and alcohol depth.
White Grape Juice + Lemon Juice 1:1 with a splash of lemon Non-alcoholic option for sweetness and slight acidity.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Mirin?

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Mirin?

Sweet, Umami, Slightly Tangy Sweet, Fermented Rice, Alcohol

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Mirin?

El mejor sustituto es Sake + Sugar (1:1 with 1/4 part sugar). Best for balancing sweetness and alcohol, but less viscous.

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