Liquids · Liquid
Mirin
Also called hon mirin, sweet rice wine
Sweet Japanese rice wine for cooking; adds mild sweetness, gloss and depth to teriyaki, simmered dishes, dipping sauces and glazes.
What can replace it
- T2 · GoodCooking sake
Drier and salted: add sugar and reduce salt.
- T2 · GoodMijiu
Less sweet: add a little sugar.
- T2 · GoodSake
Drier: add about 1 tsp sugar per tablespoon.
- T3 · In a pinchDry sherry
Nutty and dry: add sugar; less glossy glaze.
Cook with Mirin
