Pixian Broad Bean Paste; Net Weight: 16oz, 454g; Made in China
Recipes rely on Pixian fermented bean paste known as la doubanjiang, considered the soul of Sichuan cooking, for added depth and flavor. The most prized doubanjiang comes from the town of Pixian.
The flavor, Pixian doubanjiang is nutty, savory, and has a warming, earthy spiciness with subtle notes of sweetness derived from the fermentation process.
When fried in oil and doubanjiang, in fact, are all one needs to whip together an impressive Sichuan dish. Try incorporating it into your favorite burger or chile con carne recipes.
Pixian chili paste is made from broad bean instead of soy bean. Pixian chili paste has its unique flavor and enjoys a high reputation all over world. Although spicy fermented chili paste is a well-known spice in Sichuan cuisine, it is actually widely used in various dishes, such as salad, stew, soup, marinade, and stir-fry. Chili paste is spicy and salty, so be mindful of the amount used when cooking with it, and reduce or eliminate the amount of salt accordingly.