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Barley Koji Starter Culture

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This whole-grain barley koji is a natural inoculator for making miso, shoyu, and many other Japanese specialty fermented foods. Our Traditional Barley Koji is handmade from natural whole grain barley, then inoculated with spores of Aspergillus Oryzae and incubated under strictly controlled conditions. The resulting Koji is then left to develop for 48 hours before being quickly dried in order to preserve it for use in making the finest amazake, miso, or koji pickles.

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Koji is the natural, edible mold for making miso, shoyu, and many other Japanese specialty fermented foods. Mitoku Barley Koji is handmade from selected natural whole-grain barley, which is steamed, then inoculated with spores of Aspergillus Oryzae and incubated under strictly controlled conditions. Made in small batches by the Marukura Family.
  • Contains: 17.6 ounces (500 g) Organic Brown Rice Koji
  • OK kosher certified.
  • Product of Japan.
  • INGREDIENTS
    Barley, Koji (Aspergillus oryzae)
    HOW TO STORE YOUR BARLEY KOJI
    Store in a cool, dry place. Will keep up to 6 months at room temperature or 2 years in the refrigerator or freezer.

    Start Your Fermentation Journey with Koji Spores

    Embark on a culinary adventure with our top-quality koji spores. As the foundation of many Japanese ferments, koji spores are the initial ingredient for creating soy sauce, miso, and sake, among others. Our koji spores provide the perfect kick-start to your fermentation journey, helping you recreate authentic Japanese flavors right at home.

    The Versatility of a Koji Starter

    A koji starter isn't just for the professionals. It's a handy addition to any home cook's pantry, unlocking a world of fermenting possibilities. Whether you're aspiring to make umami-rich miso or the perfect batch of sake, our koji starter gives you a reliable base from which to work. Experience the joy and satisfaction of creating traditionally fermented foods with our easy-to-use starter.

    Source Your Koji Culture from Cultures for Health

    Wondering where to buy koji? Look no further. At Cultures for Health, we specialize in supplying quality barley koji. We're committed to making fermenting accessible to all, with products designed to ensure your home fermentation efforts are successful. Check out our koji spores and join the fermenting revolution today.
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      RG
      04/07/2022
      Robert G.
      Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

      Not just for miso

      I am using this barley koji to make Imo Shochu, a Japanese style distilled beverage made with sweet potatoes. Traditional barley koji turns their starches into sugar, and then sake yeast #7 ferments the sugar. Single distillation in a pot still concentrates the flavors, and raises the alcohol to about 25% ABV. Wonderful taste and aroma.

      SL
      03/29/2022
      stanlee l.
      Laurel, Maryland, United States

      Hard to find

      Perfect. Let the fermentation begin

      JM
      03/18/2022
      Joe M.
      Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

      great produce, works very well

      instructions on how to make more from what is there would be great. Shipping to rural Canada is a bear.

      MR
      03/05/2022
      Madoka R.
      Bremerton, Washington, United States

      perfect for my miso

      I uaed this for making Miso last two years, and I will order it again next year.

      G
      04/19/2021
      Glen
      Seattle, Washington, United States

      Works well, and barley koji is surprisingly different from rice koji

      I've made garbanzo miso, red chili bean miso, and oat amazake with this barley koji. Everything cultured fine, and the flavor of the barley is very distinct. Loved the misos, and the amazake was quite good, though it didn't send me.

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