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Doenjang is a Korean fermented soybean paste produced by staged mold and bacterial fermentation that yields a rich umami flavor.
Origin: Korean (Three Kingdoms period (1st century BC)) — Korea
See full technique reference →The process begins with soaking and boiling soybeans to gelatinize proteins and starch, followed by inoculation with Aspergillus oryzae to produce koji and subsequent inoculation with Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus licheniformis, and lactic‑acid bacteria. Proteolysis releases free amino acids such as glutamate and aspartate, while lactic acid lowers pH to 4.5‑5.0, creating a stable, savory matrix.
Primary Reaction
Proteolysis and lactic‑acid fermentation
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