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Basi
Basi is a traditional Ilocano alcoholic drink made from fermented sugarcane juice. It is associated especially with the Ilocos region of northern Luzon, where local production uses plant ingredients and a fermentation starter or agent known as gamu; some accounts identify samac as an ingredient. Basi is also connected with the 1807 Basi Revolt, an uprising linked to Spanish restrictions on its pro...
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Doenjang
Doenjang is a traditional Korean fermented soybean paste made from dried soybeans that are boiled, shaped into blocks called meju, and aged in brine. This process yields both the solid doenjang paste and the liquid soy sauce known as ganjang. Characterized by its strong umami flavor and pungent aroma, it is an essential staple in Korean cuisine used to flavor stews, marinades, and dipping sauces.
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