8 Instant Umami Hacks
1. Soy Mayo
Add a small amount of Kikkoman® Soy Sauce and Dijon mustard to prepared mayonnaise to make an umami-rich spread for sandwiches, burgers, vegetables, and more.
2. French Onion Soup
Add a small amount of Kikkoman® Soy Sauce to onions after they’ve caramelized. You’ll discover that the resulting soup is richer and more intensely flavorful.
3. Meatier Meatless
When creating meatless mains like veggie burgers, use Kikkoman® Soy Sauce to enhance umami and add meaty, richer flavor.
4. Gravies and Sauces
Add a small amount of Kikkoman® Soy Sauce to gravies and sauces for added depth of flavor and, as a bonus, enhanced color and aroma.
5. Cocktails
Add a dash of Kikkoman® Soy Sauce to a Bloody Mary or Michelada to add savory flavor depth and boost umami synergy with the tomato juice.
6. Caesar Dressing
Use Kikkoman® Soy Sauce in place of Worcestershire sauce to create serious umami synergy with the parmesan and anchovies.
7. Burgers, Meatloaf and Meatballs
Add Kikkoman® Soy Sauce to the ground meat mixture to bring out the flavor of the meat and add umami-rich flavor.
8. Brining
When brining poultry, pork and seafood, replace some of the salt in the brine with Kikkoman®️ Soy Sauce for a boost of umami flavor.
