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Chinese Beans Paste

Fermented Soybean Paste Allergens: Soy, Wheat
Chinese Beans Paste

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Soybeans, Wheat flour, Salt

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Chinese Beans Paste ?

A savory, fermented paste made from soybeans, often with flour and salt, used as a fundamental seasoning in Chinese cuisine.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Chinese Beans Paste ?

Le/La/L'Chinese Beans Paste a un goût umami, salty, fermented avec des arômes fermented, earthy, savory.

Taste
Umami, Salty, Fermented
Texture
Thick, Pasty, Smooth
Aroma
Fermented, Earthy, Savory
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1 tbsp (15g)
Calories120 kcal
Total Fat4 g
Saturated Fat0.5 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein12 g
Total Carbohydrate10 g
Dietary Fiber3 g
Total Sugars2 g
Calcium50 mg
Iron1 mg
Potassium250 mg

Le secret du chef

Always sauté Chinese beans paste in oil before adding other liquids to deepen its flavor and release aromatics.

Substituts & Proportions pour Chinese Beans Paste

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Chinese Beans Paste est Miso Paste (Dark), à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Best for umami depth in stir-fries and marinades, but flavor profile is distinct.

Substituts pour Chinese Beans Paste avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Miso Paste (Dark) Meilleur 1:1 Best for umami depth in stir-fries and marinades, but flavor profile is distinct.
Korean Gochujang (Fermented Chili Paste) 1:1 (reduce other chili) Adds fermented depth with a spicy kick, good for stews and braises.
Soy Sauce + Brown Sugar 2:1 ratio by volume Pantry staple for a quick savory and slightly sweet profile, lacks complexity.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Chinese Beans Paste

  1. Look for brands with minimal additives.
  2. Darker pastes indicate longer fermentation.
  3. Check for specific regional varieties like Doubanjiang or Tianmianjiang.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Chinese Beans Paste ?

  • Pork
  • Tofu
  • Eggplant
  • Noodles
  • Rice
  • Scallions
  • Ginger
  • Garlic.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Chinese Beans Paste ?

Umami, Salty, Fermented Fermented, Earthy, Savory

Quel est un bon substitut pour Chinese Beans Paste ?

Le meilleur substitut est Miso Paste (Dark) (1:1). Best for umami depth in stir-fries and marinades, but flavor profile is distinct.

Comment choisir et conserver le Chinese Beans Paste ?

Look for brands with minimal additives. Darker pastes indicate longer fermentation. Check for specific regional varieties like Doubanjiang or Tianmianjiang.

Ingrédients Condiment associés

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