Description
Snack made from dried pickled fruit and anise
Technical
Kiamoy, is a class of Filipino treats made with dried sour plums, prunes, or apricots preserved in brine and vinegar. They are sold covered in a powdery coating of an anise, li hing, salt, and sugar mixture called "kiamoy powder" or kiam-muy-hoon. They are characteristically bright red, orange, or light brown in color. They originate from Chinese Filipino immigrants and are derived from the li hing mui treats of Chinese cuisine. The name is derived from Philippine Hokkien Chinese: 鹹梅; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: kiâm-muî; lit. 'salted plum'.
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
Wine Analogy
Similar to a Lambrusco with its fruity tartness and slight effervescence
Coffee Analogy
Reminiscent of Ethiopian Yirgacheffe with its bright fruit notes and spice undertones
Perfume Analogy
Comparable to Annick Goutal's Eau d'Hadrien with citrus-anise accord