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Please read my (https://www.justonecookbook.com/privacy-policy/) disclosure policy . Mirin is a sweet rice wine widely used in Japanese cooking. Learn what mirin is used for, the different types of mirin,  recommended brands, where to buy it, substitutions, and more!  (Takara Mirin | Easy Japanese Recipes at Just One Cookbook.com)  Mirin (みりん, 味醂) is a rice-based condiment commonly used in Japanese cooking to impart a subtly sweet and mildly acidic flavor to dishes. It is often found in sauces, glazes, and marinades.   Table of contents What is Mirin (Japanese Sweet Rice Wine)  How To Use  Different Types of Mirin  How to Store  Substitutions    What is Mirin (Japanese Sweet Rice Wine) Mirin (みりん, 味醂), or sweet rice wine, is a sweet and syrupy liquid used as a seasoning and glazing agent. Like (https://www.justonecookbook.com/soy-sauce/) soy sauce , it is one of the most essential condiments in Japanese cuisine. Similar to sake, mirin is also a type of rice wine but with a lower alcohol content (14% instead of 20%). We use this sweet rice wine in everything from (https://www.justonecookbook.com/teriyaki-salmon-recipe/) teriyaki salmon to (https://www.justonecookbook.com/favorite-japanese-hot-pots-soups-stews/) hot pots to (https://www.justonecookbook.com/donburi-japanese-rice-bowl-recipes/) donburi rice bowls .  What Does It Taste Like Mirin offers a delicate sweetness and a pleasant aroma to many Japanese dishes. The sweetness comes from fermentation, where the rice starch converts into sugar.  How To Use Mirin tenderizes the ingredients you cook with and adds a mild sweetness  to the overall flavor of the dishes. A deeper body and umami also help mask the smell of fish and seafood and allow the flavors to “sink in” to the dish better.   The sugar and alcohol content also prevents the ingredients from disintegrating. We often pair it with soy sauce and sake to make marinades for meat or seafood dishes. Lastly, mirin adds luster to ingredients as a finishing touch, which is why it is crucial in (https://www.justonecookbook.com/teriyaki-sauce/) teriyaki sauce . Contrary to some non-authentic recipes, mirin is not an ingredient for making (https://www.justonecookbook.com/how-to-make-sushi-rice/) sushi rice , which uses (https://www.justonecookbook.com/rice-vinegar/) rice vinegar or (https://www.justonecookbook.com/sushi-vinegar/) seasoned sushi vinegar .  (https://www.justonecookbook.com/teriyaki-sauce/) (Three dishes with Teriyaki Salmon, Teriyaki Chicken, Teriyaki Tofu.)   Mirin is a must for (https://www.justonecookbook.com/teriyaki-sauce/) Homemade Teriyaki Sauce  Different Types of Mirin In general, there are four types: hon mirin (“real” mirin, 本みりん), mirin  (みりん), mirin-like condiment (みりん風調味料), and mirin-type condiment (みりんタイプ調味料). Hon-Mirin (Hon-Mirin)  Hon mirin (本みりん), also known as true mirin , contains 14% alcohol and 0% salt. It is made from steamed glutinous rice, rice koji mold, and shochu  (a distilled alcoholic beverage), which is mixed and fermented for about 40 to 60 days. Enzymes in rice koji decompose starch and proteins of glutinous rice, producing various saccharides, amino acids, organic acids, and fragrance ingredients, resulting in the formation of Mirin.  Hon mirin has a higher alcohol content; it can be stored in a cool place for up to three months. If stored in the refrigerator, the sugar may crystallize and sink to the bottom, but it’s still usable. (Japanese Mirin)  In Japanese grocery stores, you can find imported hon mirin (a bit pricey). Some popular hon mirin might have been imported from Japan to Japanese markets overseas, including (https://www.hakusenshuzou.jp/goods/list01.cgi) Fukuraijun Hon Mirin  (picture on the left), (http://www.hinode-mirin.co.jp/products/honmirin/) Hinode Hon Mirin  , (http://kokonoe.co.jp/product) Kokonoe Sakura  , and (http://www.mikawamirin.com/product.php) Mikawa Mirin  (picture on the right). Mirin (Takara Mirin | Easy Japanese Recipes at Just One Cookbook.com)  The main difference between mirin and hon -mirin is the usage of sake  in mirin instead of shochu.  You can purchase (https://store.takarasake.com/mirin-c6.aspxp?_ga=1.58044588.769784579.1430869784) Takara Mirin  , which includes sake (made with rice, water, koji mold, and yeast), glucose, and corn syrup (No High Fructose Corn Syrup is used). (https://store.takarasake.com/mirin-c6.aspxp?_ga=1.58044588.769784579.1430869784) Takara Mirin  (Takara) (https://www.kikkoman.co.jp/products/list.html?cat=K1005) Manjo Hon Mirin  (Kikkoman) (white mirin)  For those looking for mirin without high fructose corn syrup or corn syrup, we recommend (http://amzn.to/2FWrbGv) Eden Foods Mirin  , which contains only water, rice, koji, and sea salt in the ingredient lists. Mirin-style Condiments (Aji-Mirin)  Mirin-style condiments (みりんタイプ調味料、みりんタイプ醸造調味料) are cheaper alternative products that resemble the taste of mirin. They are often labeled as aji-mirin (sweet cooking rice seasoning), which means “taste like mirin,” and contain 8-14% alcohol and 2% salt. They are made of starch or glucose syrup, water, alcohol, rice, and salt.   Kikkoman aji-mirin is a famous brand at many Asian and mainstream grocery stores, including Walmart and Target.  (http://amzn.to/2izlBkX) Kikkoman Manjo Aji-Mirin    Mirin-like or Mirin-fu Condiment (Mirin-like Condiment)  Mirin-like condiment (みりん風調味料) contains no alcohol or less than 1% alcohol and less than 1% salt. It is made of starch syrup, rice/cultured rice brewed seasoning, brewed vinegar, and acidic components. The mirin-like condiment is cheaper because it avoids certain alcohol taxes. It claims to have the same taste as hon mirin and can enhance the flavors and texture. It needs to be refrigerated after opening and used within three months. (http://amzn.to/2jwtKG2) Honteri  (Mizkan) – No alcohol  (http://amzn.to/2jWOaF9) Kotteri Mirin  (Kikkoman) (http://amzn.to/2juxit1) Kotterin  (Kikkoman)  Where To Buy You can buy mirin from Japanese grocery stores, Korean grocery stores, Asian supermarkets, or online. Amazon carries a few options: (http://amzn.to/1XXlKZQ) Kikkoman Mirin Sweet Cooking Sake   (http://amzn.to/2FWrbGv) Eden Foods Mirin  – No corn syrup  (https://amzn.to/3JeynO3) Lotte Korean Cooking Rice Wine    I use mirin from Takara Mirin. Other online stores, such as Umami Insider, offer imported mirin-type seasoning.  How to Store Hon mirin has more alcohol; therefore, it can be stored in a dark, cool place for up to 3 months. If you store it in the refrigerator, the sugar may crystallize.  Mirin-like condiments contain less alcohol; therefore, store them in the refrigerator and use them within three months. Substitutions You can substitute mirin with sake and sugar, although the taste will be different. The ratio of sake and sugar is 3 to 1 . For example, mix ¾ cup (or 1 Tbsp) of quality drinking sake with ¼ cup ( or 1 tsp) of granulated sugar.  I don’t recommend using dry white or sweet marsala wine or dry sherry to replace mirin as they have a more pronounced taste and a more robust alcohol percentage. You can substitute with dry white wine when a recipe calls for sake, but not mirin. Sweet Marsala wine has hints of grape flavor and will overpower the authentic taste.  Frequently Asked Questions Any recommendations for halal substitutions? (http://amzn.to/2jwtKG2) Honteri  Mirin by Mizkan contains no alcohol . Alternatively, you cansubstitute mirin with water and sugar . The ratio of water and sugar should be 3:1. For example, mix 3 teaspoons of water or chicken stock and 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar.   Can I use Shaoxing wine as a substitute? The Chinese Shaoxing wine is used in cooking and drinking, but it lacks the sweetness of mirin and is much higher in alcohol. I do not recommend using it as it has a different flavor profile.  Do you have mirin without corn syrup? (https://amzn.to/4ehlim6) Eden  Mirin Cooking Rice Wine has no corn syrup.  Can I use rice vinegar instead of mirin? We don’t recommend substituting (https://www.justonecookbook.com/rice-vinegar/) rice vinegar , rice wine vinegar, or white wine vinegar for mirin since they have different characteristics, flavor profiles, and uses.Vinegar is astringent and adds acidity to food, while mirin has a mild, sweet flavor and adds luster and a nice glaze. While rice vinegar and mirin are rice-based condiments, they cannot be used interchangeably .   Recipes Using Mirin (A ceramic plate containing Mirin Salmon along with steamed rice, roasted cauliflower, and sauteed greens.)  Use mirin in sauces, seasonings, marinades, broths, and glazes. It pairs well with meat, fish and seafood, tofu, vegetables, and rice dishes. A little goes a long way.  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Do you have a recommendation for alcohol-free sake by any chance? I’m co... &url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.justonecookbook.com%2Fmirin%2F%23comment-511617) (Share On Twitter)       (Aug 14, 2024 2:19 pm)  1 month ago        Hi, Do you have a recommendation for alcohol-free sake by any chance? I’m cooking for my kids, so using regular sake and mirin is not an option for me. Contrary to popular belief, alcohol does not evaporate quickly during cooking (in fact, it takes several hours of cooking to remove it completely). I was lucky to find honteri mirin in an Asian supermarket nearby, but I haven’t been able to find alcohol-free sake yet. Does it even exist?      (0) 0     Reply         Naomi (JOC Community Manager)  Admin   (https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Hello, Marco. Thank you for reading Nami’s post.
Unfortunately, we have not ... &url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.justonecookbook.com%2Fmirin%2F%23comment-511645) (Share On Twitter)        Reply to Marco   (Aug 16, 2024 4:19 am)  1 month ago        Hello, Marco. Thank you for reading Nami’s post.Unfortunately, we have not seen any alcohol-free sake. However, in most recipes, you can just skip it or substitute water or Dashi for Sake.We hope this helps!🙂      (0) 0     Reply         Marco   (https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Hello Naomi,
Thank you for your kind reply. I tried substituting it with Dashi lik... &url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.justonecookbook.com%2Fmirin%2F%23comment-511773) (Share On Twitter)        Reply to Naomi (JOC Community Manager)   (Aug 25, 2024 12:13 pm)  1 month ago        Hello Naomi, Thank you for your kind reply. I tried substituting it with Dashi like you suggested, and most recipes taste just as good!      (0) 0     Reply         Naomi (JOC Community Manager)  Admin   (https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Hello Marco! We are so happy to hear it worked great for you too! 😊
Thank you for ... &url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.justonecookbook.com%2Fmirin%2F%23comment-511801) (Share On Twitter)        Reply to Marco   (Aug 26, 2024 4:44 pm)  1 month ago        Hello Marco! We are so happy to hear it worked great for you too! 😊Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Happy Cooking!      (0) 0     Reply                   (https://www.justonecookbook.com/about/) (Namiko Chen of Just One Cookbook)   Meet The Author Namiko Chen I’m Nami, a Japanese home cook based in San Francisco. Have fun exploring the 1000+ classic & modern Japanese recipes I share with step-by-step photos and How-To YouTube videos.  (https://www.justonecookbook.com/about/) Read More     (https://www.facebook.com/justonecookbook)    (https://instagram.com/justonecookbook/)    (https://www.pinterest.com/justonecookbook/)    (https://www.tiktok.com/@justonecookbook)    (https://www.youtube.com/user/justonecookbook?sub_confirmation=1)         Our Favorites  (https://www.justonecookbook.com/gyudon/) (A donburi rice bowl containing gyudon, simmered beef and onions over steamed rice.)   (https://www.justonecookbook.com/gyudon/) Gyudon (Japanese Beef Rice Bowl) (Video) 牛丼    (https://www.justonecookbook.com/gyudon/#wprm-recipe-container-60648) Rating:   4.73 from 498 votes   (https://www.justonecookbook.com/gyudon/#wprm-recipe-container-60648)       (https://www.justonecookbook.com/yakisoba/) (A fluted plate containing Yakisoba (Japanese Stir-Fried Noodles).)   (https://www.justonecookbook.com/yakisoba/) Yakisoba (Japanese Stir-Fried Noodles)(Video) 焼きそば    (https://www.justonecookbook.com/yakisoba/#wprm-recipe-container-56948) Rating:   4.81 from 410 votes   (https://www.justonecookbook.com/yakisoba/#wprm-recipe-container-56948)       (https://www.justonecookbook.com/japanese-glass-noodle-soup/) (Black ceramic bowls containing glass noodle soup with tofu, fluffy egg, and wakame seaweed.)   (https://www.justonecookbook.com/japanese-glass-noodle-soup/) Japanese Glass Noodle Soup (Harusame Soup) 春雨スープ    (https://www.justonecookbook.com/japanese-glass-noodle-soup/#wprm-recipe-container-134456) Rating:   4.62 from 39 votes   (https://www.justonecookbook.com/japanese-glass-noodle-soup/#wprm-recipe-container-134456)       (https://www.justonecookbook.com/oyakodon/) (A Japanese donburi bowl containing Oyakodon, chicken and egg rice bowl.)   (https://www.justonecookbook.com/oyakodon/) Oyakodon (Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl) 親子丼    (https://www.justonecookbook.com/oyakodon/#wprm-recipe-container-60584) Rating:   4.71 from 630 votes   (https://www.justonecookbook.com/oyakodon/#wprm-recipe-container-60584)                As Seen On (BuzzFeed)  (Bon Appetit)  (The Washington Post)  (The New Yorker)  (The Japan Times)  (Saveur)  (Parade)  (ABC News)     Subscribe 5 Secrets to Japanese Cooking:Simple Meals & Authentic Flavors! Sign up to receive our FREE email series on Japanese cooking tips and weekly newsletter. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.  Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Email *  (Enter Your Email Address)    (217325) (Mirin (Japanese Sweet Rice Wine)) (https://www.justonecookbook.com/mirin/) (217327) (217327) (wpforms-submit) Submit (Loading)             ©2011 - 2024 Just One Cookbook. All rights reserved. Design by (https://www.lindsayhumes.com) LH.   (https://www.justonecookbook.com/about/) About  (https://www.justonecookbook.com/website-accessibility/) Accessibility  (https://www.justonecookbook.com/content-permissions/) Permissions  (https://www.justonecookbook.com/privacy-policy/) Privacy Policy  (https://www.justonecookbook.com/terms-and-conditions/) Terms  (https://www.justonecookbook.com/contact/) Contact              Insert  (https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-recipe-maker/dist/public-modern.css?ver=9.6.0) (https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-recipe-maker-premium/dist/public-elite.css?ver=9.6.0) (https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/plugins/wpforms/assets/css/frontend/modern/wpforms-full.min.css?ver=1.9.1.3) (https://www.justonecookbook.com/wp-content/plugins/wpforms/assets/pro/css/frontend/modern/wpforms-full.min.css?ver=1.9.1.3)                               ()