Fermentation

South Korea

National Dish South Korea: Ojingeo Jeot (Recipe)

Meet Ojingeo Jeot, a boldly flavoured fermented squid side dish that sits at the heart of Korea’s coastal larder. Salted, …

South Korea

Cool, crisp and wonderfully refreshing, Dongchimi is one of Korea’s most underrated kimchi varieties. This light, …

Japan

Discover Umeboshi, the famously salty pickled plums at the heart of Japanese home cooking! These intensely tangy, salty little …

Japan

Discover Takuan, the bright yellow pickle that brings a burst of crunch and tang to so many Japanese meals. Made from humble …

Japan

Meet Nattō, one of Japan’s most distinctive national dishes — fermented soybeans with a deeply savoury flavour and that …

Japan

Meet Funazushi, one of Japan’s oldest and most fascinating dishes — a deeply traditional form of sushi made from fermented …

Japan

Meet Amazake, the gently sweet, creamy rice drink that has warmed hands and hearts across Japan for centuries. Made by fermenting …

Germany

Discover Sourdough Bread, one of Germany’s best-loved traditional breads! This rustic loaf is prized for its crackly crust …