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Umeboshi Plum

Prunus mume Allergen-Free
Umeboshi Plum

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rosaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian (Japanese)
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Ume fruit (Prunus mume)

O Que É Umeboshi Plum?

A pickled and dried Japanese plum, intensely sour and salty, often eaten with rice or as a condiment for its distinctive flavor.

Qual o Sabor de Umeboshi Plum?

Umeboshi Plum tem um sabor intensely sour, very salty, umami, slightly fruity com aromas de pungent, salty, fermented.

Taste
Intensely Sour, Very Salty, Umami, Slightly Fruity
Texture
Soft, Chewy, Briny
Aroma
Pungent, Salty, Fermented
Acidity
High

Technical Metrics

Informação Nutricional

Per 1 plum (~10g)
Calories30 kcal
Total Fat0.1 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.9 g
Total Carbohydrate8 g
Dietary Fiber1.6 g
Total Sugars4 g
Calcium20 mg
Iron0.3 mg
Potassium200 mg

Segredo do Chef

A tiny bit of umeboshi paste can cut through the richness of oily dishes or add a bright, savory punch to dressings and dips.

Substitutos e Proporções de Umeboshi Plum

O melhor substituto para Umeboshi Plum é Pickled Plum (Asian style), usado na proporção de 1:1 (adjust for saltiness/sourness). Closest flavor and texture profile, often found in Asian markets.

Substitutos para Umeboshi Plum com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Pickled Plum (Asian style) Melhor 1:1 (adjust for saltiness/sourness) Closest flavor and texture profile, often found in Asian markets.
Sour Pickled Cherry/Apricot 1:1 (adjust for saltiness) Can provide similar sour and slightly fruity notes, but lacks the deep umami.
Lemon Juice + Salt Dash of lemon + pinch of salt : 1 umeboshi For sour/salty balance in dressings or marinades, not a textural substitute.
Tamari or Soy Sauce + Rice Vinegar As needed For umami and acidity in sauces, but lacks the fruitiness and texture.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Umeboshi Plum

  1. Available whole, pitted, or as paste.
  2. Look for quality Japanese brands.
  3. Store in a cool, dark place or refrigerator.

O Que Combina Bem Com Umeboshi Plum?

  • Rice
  • onigiri
  • ochazuke
  • bento boxes
  • dressings
  • marinades
  • shiso.

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Umeboshi Plum?

Intensely Sour, Very Salty, Umami, Slightly Fruity Pungent, Salty, Fermented

Qual é um bom substituto para Umeboshi Plum?

O melhor substituto é Pickled Plum (Asian style) (1:1 (adjust for saltiness/sourness)). Closest flavor and texture profile, often found in Asian markets.

Como escolher e armazenar Umeboshi Plum?

Available whole, pitted, or as paste. Look for quality Japanese brands. Store in a cool, dark place or refrigerator.

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