Umami Bomb Sauce

Allow yourself to be seduced by a sauce described as ‘the essence of deliciousness’

If you didn’t believe there was just one sauce that could bring intense and unforgettable flavour to a whole range of dishes, then now is the time to take an interest.

What is Umami

Umami is the taste, often described as the savory deliciousness that deepens flavour (think of the flavour of juicy slow-roasted tomatoes, parmesan cheese and buttery fried mushrooms to get an idea). The taste of umami is long-lasting and spreads across the tongue more intensely than other basic tastes.

Adding instant flavour

This umami bomb sauce is a fast, effective and easy way to add well-rounded savory richness to otherwise bland dishes, instead of adding extra salt or stock liquid.

With a blend of miso paste, soy sauce, mirin, garlic and a touch of honey, the flavour of this sauce acts as a sort of ‘glutamate’ that the body craves along with the sensations of sweet, sour, bitter and salty flavours.

How to use Umami Bomb Sauce

Keep scrolling for the recipe and suggestions on how to use it

Vermicelli Aubergine Pork Laab

Fried crispy eggs sit proudly alongside a plate of delicious umami-drenched pork and aubergine noodles. Topped with a tangy fresh lime and coriander sauce, the simple cooking technique makes this recipe a real winner. Get the recipe for Vermicelli Aubergine Pork Laab here:

Miso Sesame Roasted Carrots

These sweet-savoury carrots are roasted in butter and then coated in umami bomb sauce halfway through cooking. The result is a soft, chewy caramelised carrot with a delicious salty-sweet moreish flavour. Get the recipe for Miso Sesame Roasted Carrots here

Miso Butter Roasted Potatoes

Working with the same method as above, Miso Butter Roasted Potoaes are little nuggets of joy covered in a combination of umami bomb sauce and butter. Fluffy, crispy and slightly caramelized, roasted potatoes don’t get better than this! Recipe for Miso Butter Roasted Potatoes here

Miso Ginger Pork Noodles

One of the yummiest ways to use this umami bomb sauce is with this easy ‘Japanese bolognese’. Simply fry pork mince, add the sauce, cook your noodles and 10 minutes later you have a lip-smackingly tasty bowl of food in front of you: Get the recipe for Miso Ginger Pork Noodles here

Other ways to utilise Umami Bomb Sauce

• Use as a flavour base (known as tare) for ramen soups
• Brush over salmon, chicken, tofu or carrots before roasting in the oven
• Use as a delicious glaze over roasted potatoes
• A delicious sauce for vegetable stir-frys such as broccoli or green beans
• Blend a tablespoon of the umami sauce with melted butter for a truly divine basting sauce

Umami Bomb Sauce

Print Recipe

With a blend of miso paste, soy sauce, mirin, garlic and a touch of honey, this rich umami sauce gives a powerful punch of flavour and taste

• Author: Flaevor
• Prep Time: 5 Minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Category: Sauce
• Method: Blending
• Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

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• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1/2 tbsp mirin
• 1 tbsp miso paste
• 1 tbsp hot water
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
• 1tsp sriracha (optional)

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Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake until smooth. Alternatively, blend the ingredients together in a small coffee grinder.

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