KEY INFORMATION
Takara Mirin, Takara main brand of mirin, is one of the most common ingredient used in Japanese cooking. It is probably best known to Americans as the base for teriyaki sauce. It can be used in stir fries to enhance the flavors of the ingredients and in many dressings and sauces as well.
COUNTRY/PLACE OF ORIGIN
Japan
PREPARATION
It is frequently used in dishes that have saltier sauces with soy sauce or tamari bases, because the sweet flavor contrasts well with the salty flavor of the sauce. The high sugar content in mirin helps to tenderize meat and add a glossy finish to sauces, making it a great addition to marinades.
STORAGE INFORMATION
Dry