Koji: Shio Koji

Shio Koji translates to Salt Koji and this is exactly what it is. It’s another simple and quick application of your newly made batch of koji. It has a wonderful impact on proteins you apply it to. I tried it primarily with pork and beef so far, but marinating chicken or fish in it should…… Continue reading Koji: Shio Koji

Koji: Growing the Mold

I’ve tried a couple of different methods to incubate and produce Koji. By far my favorite method is -surprise surprise- from Koji Alchemy and involves using an immersion circulator to control temperature and humidity. It is very simple, hands-off and requires minimal manipulation during the 36 hours or so of incubation. The process, no matter…… Continue reading Koji: Growing the Mold