This premium ume plum paste is made with organic Nanko plums, the highest regarded variety of ume. The fourth-generation farm/manufacturer has grown organic Nanko plums with no chemical pesticides or fertilizers since 1940. They hand-pick the organically grown, highest quality ripe Nanko plums in May and June, wash them, and cure them for one whole year with sea salt sourced from Hyogo Prefecture. The cured ume plums are then sun-dried for three days and nights, before being aged in barrels for over three years. The flesh of the aged ume plums is strained through fine mesh to ensure a smooth texture. This artisanal ume paste boasts a fruity flavor and an extreme sour taste. It's an incredibly versatile condiment that can be used for a wide variety of dishes. Nutritionally, it’s rich in citric and other organic acids, which are known to help restore physical energy. No artificial additives such as flavoring, coloring, preservatives, or seasonings are used. Size: 3.88 ounces Like umeboshi (salt-cured, sour ume plum), this ume plum paste is incredibly versatile and can be used for a variety of dishes: Use it to make dressings and sauces Splash a little on steamed or stir-fried vegetables Add a dash to soups or braises Garnish hummus, pasta and pizza Spread over meat, then bread and deep-fry to make ume plum flavored cutlets Mix into desserts and cocktails Ingredients: Plum Vinegar, Plum, Salt
