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Cooking sake

Also called ryorishu

Japanese sake made for the kitchen (ryorishu), usually salted; removes fishy and gamy notes and adds umami to simmered dishes, marinades and sauces.

What can replace it

  • T1 · Great swapMijiu

    Slightly sweeter.

  • T2 · GoodDry sherry

    Nuttier and more oxidised.

  • T2 · GoodShaoxing wine

    Darker, nuttier and sherry-like.

  • T3 · In a pinchWhite wine

    More acidic and fruity, no rice umami.

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