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Iru
Iru is a fermented locust bean condiment from West Africa, produced from the seeds of the African locust bean tree (Parkia biglobosa). The production process involves boiling, dehulling, and fermenting the seeds over several days, resulting in a pungent, protein-rich product. Iru is a fundamental seasoning in Yoruba cuisine in Nigeria, where it is added to soups and stews to provide umami flavor....
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Miso
Miso is a traditional Japanese seasoning produced by fermenting soybeans with salt and koji mold (Aspergillus oryzae), often combined with rice, barley, or other grains. The earliest written records of miso in Japan date to the Nara period (710–794 CE), though related fermented soybean products existed earlier in East Asia. Miso varies in color, flavor, and texture depending on ingredients, fermen...
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