Miso
Master the Art of Miso: A Hands-On Fermentation Workshop
COST: $100.00
Discover the ancient craft of Japanese fermentation in this immersive, hands-on workshop! Miso paste is a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine, prized for its deep, savory umami flavor and incredible health benefits. Whether you are a culinary enthusiast or a fermentation newbie, this class will demystify the process and give you the skills to brew your own batches at home.
What You’ll Learn
The Science of Fermentation: Understand how koji transforms simple ingredients into a rich, complex amino paste. Discover the mold responsible for the magical transformation.
Ingredient Selection: Learn how to choose the best soybeans, salt, and koji for different styles of miso (White, Yellow, and Red).
The Traditional Process: Step-by-step guidance on mashing, mixing, salting, and packing your fermentation vessel to prevent spoilage.
Culinary Applications: Beyond soup! Explore creative ways to use miso in marinades, dressings, and desserts.
Workshop Details
Duration: 3 hours
Skill: Beginner to Intermediate
All organic ingredients, a fermentation jar, and a Miso tasting platter.
An apron and your appetite for learning!
Note: Fermentation is a lesson in patience. In this class, you will mix and pack your own 1kg jar of custom Miso to take home, which will mature over the next 6 to 12 months into a rich, flavourful masterpiece.