Preserved Dried Salted Black Beans, 500 g

Enhance your Asian dishes with the authentic taste of Preserved Dried Salted Black Beans, 500 g. These traditional preserved beans are made from fermented black soybeans and salt and are a popular addition to Chinese and Southeast Asian dishes for their umami flavour, savoury depth, and unique aroma.

The fermentation process enhances natural flavour of the beans, making it an excellent source of seasoning that can add a lot of flavour to numerous dishes. Just a small quantity can transform ordinary recipes into deeply flavourful just like restaurants. Preserved salted black beans are  must-have ingredient in your kitchen if you enjoy authentic Asian cooking. You can use it for steamed dishes, sauces, marinades, stir-fries, and seafood preparations.

Rich Umami Flavour for Everyday Cooking

Preserved Dried Salted Black Beans are packed with unique flavour profile. You can enjoy salty, rustic taste, and pungent flavour. They work as a flavour enhancer and go well with vegetables, tofu, noodles, meat, and seafood. The beans are rinsed and lightly crushed before use to release their full aroma and flavour.

These beans are so potent that a small amount goes a long way, which makes them versatile ingredients for both professional chefs and home cooks.

Perfect for Indian Kitchens

Preserved salted black beans are a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of Indian and fusion dishes to add a spicy kick and flavour.

Indian-Inspired Usage Ideas

• Boost the protein of vegetables stir-fries by adding finely chopped black beans to capsicum, mushrooms, broccoli, and onions.
• Use it for Indo-Chinese fusion cuisine by adding the black beans to garlic vegetables, chilli paneers, and chilli chicken for umami flavour.
• Add to fried rice, paneer, chicken, or prawns for intense flavour.
• Blend with ginger, garlic, and soy sauce to make a tasty marinade for mushrooms, paneer tikka, tofu, or grilled fish.
• Add to a bowl of Hakka noodles or Asian noodles to get a true taste of the restaurant dishes.
• Add a little quantity to broths and vegetable soups to enhance savoury richness.
• Make a funky dipping sauce for momos and spring rolls by mixing the black beans with sesame oil, garlic, and green chillies.

Preserved Dried Salted Black Beans, 500 g. is the “secret” ingredient in many authentic Asian foods. These flavorful fermented beans are perfect for adding a taste of something extra to any meal, whether you’re cooking traditional Chinese dishes or trying a fusion meal of Indo-Chinese cuisine.