Mitoku Sweet 'n' Sour Plum Chutney has a subtle blending of tastes which makes it a perennial favorite in Japan. The sharp salty flavor of the umeboshi (pickled plums) together with the natural sweetness of rice malt and mirin (cooking sake) combine to form the perfect sweet 'n' sour sauce. This chutney was traditionally used for sore throats, colds, balancing digestion, intestinal problems, increasing vitality and relieve general fatigue. Delicious with grains, tofu, salads and curries, or mix with nut butter and spread on whole-wheat bread. Also makes an ideal natural sweet 'n' sour sauce.
Ingredients: brown rice malt, umeboshi (Japanese pickled plums), and Mikawa mirin.
During travel, changes of seasons, quick changes in weather, we often see this transitional time can bring certain illnesses, discharging, or other discomforts to our health. Before modern medications, the Japanese as well as many other ancient cultures had the wisdom to use natural plants, herbs, seaweeds, etc. to make traditional home remedies. These natural elixirs were used to correct imbalances and arrest various illnesses without the harsh side-effects and havoc that drugs can have on our immune system. We are pleased to offer you these high-quality Japanese traditional elixirs which have proven effective for thousands of years.