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Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
meatyroastednuttyumami-richsavory
Compounds: 2-methyl-3-furanthiol, 2-acetyl-1-pyrroline, dimethyl trisulfide, 3-methylbutanal, 2,4-decadienal
Wine Analogy
Like the caramelized notes in an aged Oloroso Sherry
Coffee Analogy
Similar to the deep roast aromas in Sumatran dark roast coffee
Perfume Analogy
Comparable to the animalic base notes in Musc Ravageur by Frédéric Malle
Origin & History
Civilization
Han Chinese
Era
Han Dynasty (206 BCE - 220 CE)
Region
East Asia
Spread Path
Trade routes along the Silk Road
Culinary Applications
ChicharrónLatin AmericaCreates the characteristic puffing of skin layers
Khaep muThailandProvides textural contrast in som tam salads
GribenesAshkenazi JewishYields crispy byproduct of schmaltz rendering