The wisdom of fermentation and food preservation is a treasure that lasts a lifetime. In Japan, Koji has been a trusted companion in the kitchen for centuries, making daily cooking simpler and more nourishing.
In this class, we’ll dive into the essentials of Koji and craft two versatile seasonings together. The session concludes with a full Fermented Lunch, where we will enjoy the flavors explored during the workshop. Why not welcome this powerful, reliable, and "new" fermented ally into your own home?
Class Experience
1. Welcome Drink: Homemade Amazake
A naturally sweet rice drink made only from rice and Koji—no added sugar. We will also discuss practical ways to incorporate Amazake into your daily cooking and baking.
2. Hands-on Workshop: Craft Your Own Seasonings (To Take Home)
You will prepare two essential jars to bring home:
Shio-Koji (Salt Koji): Draws out umami and makes meat and seafood incredibly tender.
Shoyu-Koji (Soy Sauce Koji): A rich, savory sauce that can be used directly as a dressing or marinade.
(Spicy Jalapeño version available upon request)
3. Kitchen Demonstration
Observe how to easily integrate Koji into everyday dishes:
Koji-Glazed Chicken Tsukune (Meatballs): Naturally glazed and tenderized by the power of Koji.
Seasonal Lacto-Fermented Veggies: Concentrating the natural flavors of vegetables using simple salt-brine fermentation.
4. Fermented Lunch Time
Enjoy a full meal featuring the dishes from the demo along with our signature Chirashi Sushi:
Shio-Koji Salmon Chirashi Sushi (with Spicy Shoyu-Koji)
Koji‐ Chicken Tsukune
Lacto-Fermented Seasonal Veggies
Asari Clam Miso Soup
Sake-Kasu (Sake Lees) Cake & Amazake Ice Cream
Details
Fee: $100
Includes: Lecture, Hands-on workshop, Full lunch course (with dessert), 2 jars of Koji to take home, and Recipes.
What to bring: An apron and a pen.
Capacity: Small group session.
Message
"The wisdom of fermentation and food preservation is a skill for life. Koji has been a reliable partner in Japanese kitchens for ages. We invite you to welcome this powerful new ally into your own kitchen. We truly look forward to seeing you."
The wisdom of fermentation and food preservation is a treasure that lasts a lifetime. In Japan, Koji has been a trusted companion in the kitchen for centuries, making daily cooking simpler and more nourishing.
In this class, we’ll dive into the essentials of Koji and craft two versatile seasonings together. The session concludes with a full Fermented Lunch, where we will enjoy the flavors explored during the workshop. Why not welcome this powerful, reliable, and "new" fermented ally into your own home?
Class Experience
1. Welcome Drink: Homemade Amazake
A naturally sweet rice drink made only from rice and Koji—no added sugar. We will also discuss practical ways to incorporate Amazake into your daily cooking and baking.
2. Hands-on Workshop: Craft Your Own Seasonings (To Take Home)
You will prepare two essential jars to bring home:
Shio-Koji (Salt Koji): Draws out umami and makes meat and seafood incredibly tender.
Shoyu-Koji (Soy Sauce Koji): A rich, savory sauce that can be used directly as a dressing or marinade.
(Spicy Jalapeño version available upon request)
3. Kitchen Demonstration
Observe how to easily integrate Koji into everyday dishes:
Koji-Glazed Chicken Tsukune (Meatballs): Naturally glazed and tenderized by the power of Koji.
Seasonal Lacto-Fermented Veggies: Concentrating the natural flavors of vegetables using simple salt-brine fermentation.
4. Fermented Lunch Time
Enjoy a full meal featuring the dishes from the demo along with our signature Chirashi Sushi:
Shio-Koji Salmon Chirashi Sushi (with Spicy Shoyu-Koji)
Koji‐ Chicken Tsukune
Lacto-Fermented Seasonal Veggies
Asari Clam Miso Soup
Sake-Kasu (Sake Lees) Cake & Amazake Ice Cream
Details
Fee: $100
Includes: Lecture, Hands-on workshop, Full lunch course (with dessert), 2 jars of Koji to take home, and Recipes.
What to bring: An apron and a pen.
Capacity: Small group session.
Message
"The wisdom of fermentation and food preservation is a skill for life. Koji has been a reliable partner in Japanese kitchens for ages. We invite you to welcome this powerful new ally into your own kitchen. We truly look forward to seeing you."
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