1) FreshenHon mirin can add "superior umami" that sugar cannot. Mirin gets most of its umami from "glucose" and has a stronger aftertaste compared to granulated sugar, with a sweet, classy umami taste.
In addition, the component of granulated sugar is single sucrose, while the mirin contains more than 9 types of sugar, starting with glucose.
Therefore, it can not only make people feel sweet in the end, but also have a unique rich and delicious feeling.
2)Brighten ColorThe sugar wraps around the surface of the ingredients, retaining moisture and flavor, adding "color" to dishes and promoting appetite.
3)Increasing textureMirin marinades the ingredients for a moment to soak them in. The alcohol content of the mirin helps to even out the taste of the dish ,so that the umami flavor is fully absorbed.
4)Add lustre to foodsSugars and amino acids turn a beautiful golden color when heated, thus giving the food its best appearance.
5)Shape preservingAlcohol can make the pectin that would cause the food to collapse less soluble, can increase the toughness of the material, and thus prevent the food from cooking too soft.
6)De-fishyIts alcohol component is the key to fishy, after heating, the flavor of the smell is more concentrated, so it plays a good role in fishy.
7)Aroma enhancementThe flavorful components of the flavor are gradually revealed through aging and heating during cooking. If it burns a little, it will produce a more pungent aroma.
8)Easy to match It is easy to match with other naturally brewed seasonings. Mirin blends well with miso, soy sauce, vinegar and other ancient brewing seasonings. Because it is liquid, it is easy to mix and does not easily produce uneven taste.
9)Harmonize flavor
The mildness of mirin comes mainly from glucose. It can reconcile the salty taste of salt, the sour taste of vinegar and the astringency of chemical seasonings, making the taste of dishes more mellow and fresh.