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Sake

Also called nihonshu

Japanese rice wine; clean, slightly sweet and full of umami, used to remove fishy odours and add depth to marinades, simmered dishes and sauces.

VeganVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-free

What can replace it

  • T1 · Great swapMijiu

    Slightly sweeter.

  • T2 · GoodDry sherry

    Nuttier and more oxidised.

  • T2 · GoodShaoxing wine

    Darker and sweeter.

  • T3 · In a pinchWhite wine

    Fruitier and more acidic, no rice umami.

Cook with Sake