Shiro Miso (White Miso Paste) SHINJYO, 500 g

Miso paste is a staple Japanese cooking ingredient made by fermenting soy beans, and sometimes barley and/or rice, with koji (an edible fungus that grows on rice and is also known as 'rice malt' or 'rice mould'). If you are looking to explore the wonderful world of Japanese flavours miso is probably the best to start with.

Also known as "sweet" or "mellow" miso, white (shiro) miso is fermented for a shorter time and lower in salt than darker varieties. It has a milder, more delicate flavor and is easily adaptable.

Miso is rich in essential minerals and a is loaded with various B vitamins, vitamins E, K, choline, linoleic acid, lecithin, dietary fiber and folic acid. As a fermented food, miso provides the gut with probiotics and beneficial bacteria that help us to stay healthy, vibrant and happy.