Key Parameters
Equipment
Rice straw bundles (traditional inoculum source)Wooden fermentation boxesHumidity-controlled chambersSterile muslin cloths
Steps
- 1.
Natto gohan (Japan): Primary fermentation creates the sticky texture and umami for breakfast rice dish
- 2.
Kinema (Nepal/Sikkim): Similar wild fermentation used for Himalayan soybean condiment
- 3.
Chungkookjang (Korea): Short-fermented version used in soups and stews