Wild shiitake is what this version brings to the jar, and it changes the flavour noticeably: a deep, earthy, almost meaty note layered over the tang of the fermented base. If you like mushrooms, it is the most interesting spread in the range; if you do not, the Original is the safer choice.
The rest of the recipe follows the familiar pattern - certified organic fermented vegetables (zucchini, carrot, cucumber, onion and garlic), black sesame seeds, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar with the Mother, and pure Himalayan pink salt. All of it certified organic, and preservative free.
It is free from gluten, soy, dairy, nuts, yeast and refined sugar, and suits vegan eating. The texture is smooth and spreads generously on toast or crackers, but it earns its keep in cooking - a spoonful stirred into a soup, a lentil braise or a mushroom risotto adds a savoury base that would otherwise take an hour of simmering.
Made in Brisbane and packed in a recyclable 150 g glass jar. Stir it before use, as it separates naturally, and refrigerate once opened. It contains sesame seeds and shiitake mushrooms.
Ingredients
Certified organic fermented vegetables (zucchini, carrot, cucumber, onion, garlic), certified organic wild shiitake mushrooms, certified organic black sesame seeds, certified organic coconut aminos, certified organic apple cider vinegar (with the mother), pure Himalayan pink salt.
Directions
Spread generously on toast or crackers, or stir into soups, dips, marinades or dressings. Stir well before use as natural separation may occur.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Refrigerate after opening and use within 12 months.
Warnings
Contains sesame seeds and shiitake mushrooms. Manufactured in a facility that processes sesame seeds. Suitable for vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, soy-free, yeast-free and grain-free diets.
