{"title":"Ume Plums","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cStrong\u003eUmeboshi\u003c\/strong\u003e are pickled Japanese plums, emblematic of Japanese gastronomy. At once sour, salty and intensely fragrant, they have been used for centuries for their flavour qualities and health benefits. Discover everything you need to know about this \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese plum\u003c\/strong\u003e with its unique taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUmeboshi onigiri\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nishikidori.com\/fr\/586-onigiri\"\u003eOnigiri\u003c\/a\u003e with umeboshi are one of Japan's most iconic snacks. These balls or triangles of rice wrapped in nori seaweed contain a whole umeboshi plum or a little umeboshi paste at the centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe acidity of the plum counterbalances the sweetness of the rice, and its saltiness helps preserve the onigiri for longer, making it an ideal snack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUmeboshi vinegar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUmeboshi vinegar\u003c\/strong\u003e is salty and subtly fruity. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nishikidori.com\/fr\/72-vinaigre\"\u003eUmeboshi vinegar\u003c\/a\u003e brings a unique Japanese touch to all your preparations. It can be used both in cooking and in mixology:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used to season salads, raw vegetables or rice bowls. It is also used to marinate fish, white meats or vegetables. It enhances a vinaigrette or an Asian-inspired sauce. Finally, it adds an original, tangy note to a cocktail, a refreshing drink or a sparkling beverage. Our ume plum vinegars are also widely praised for deglazing. A surprising condiment, absolutely worth discovering to give your everyday recipes a twist!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUmeshu: ume plum liqueur\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nishikidori.com\/en\/collections\/umeshu\"\u003eUmeshu\u003c\/a\u003e is a traditional Japanese liqueur made by macerating ume plums in alcohol (usually shochu or neutral spirit) and sugar. The result: a sweet, fruity drink that is both smooth and slightly tangy, very popular as an aperitif or digestif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServed chilled, over ice, or with sparkling water, umeshu is one of the most popular ways to savour the delicate aromas of the ume plum. It is also used in cooking, particularly for caramelising meats and fish.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pate-de-prunes-umeboshi-bio-neriume-120g","title":"Organic Umeboshi Plum Paste Neriume 120g","description":"\u003cp\u003eUmeboshi is the fruit of the Japanese apricot tree, processed in a brine of salt and then vinegar to make it suitable for consumption, as in its fresh state it is not edible. Ume means \"plum\" and boshi means \"dried\".\u003cbr\u003eSalt slows the ageing process and naturally preserves the fruit, while the vinegar balances the sour flavour of the umeboshi. The Japanese attribute medicinal properties to it, notably that of boosting immunity.\u003cbr\u003eIts high citric acid content aids digestion and stimulates the liver to create a detoxifying effect on the body.Umeboshi is the fruit of the Japanese apricot tree, processed in a brine of salt and then vinegar to make it suitable for consumption, as in its fresh state it is not edible. Ume means \"plum\" and boshi means \"dried\".\u003cbr\u003eSalt slows the ageing process and naturally preserves the fruit, while the vinegar balances the sour flavour of the umeboshi. The Japanese attribute medicinal properties to it, notably that of boosting immunity.\u003cbr\u003eIts high citric acid content aids digestion and stimulates the liver to create a detoxifying effect on the body.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YUASA NOEN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54111383159117,"sku":"NISTFY2","price":8.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/6438\/8941\/files\/TFY2-s.webp?v=1782200373"},{"product_id":"prunes-umeboshi-bio-120g","title":"Organic Umeboshi Plums 120g","description":"\u003cp\u003eSalt slows down the ageing process and naturally preserves the fruit, while the vinegar balances the sour flavour of the umeboshi. The Japanese attribute medicinal virtues to it, notably that of boosting immunity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts high citric acid content aids digestion and stimulates the liver, creating a detoxifying effect on the body. Some people like to say that samurai kept them on their person at all times during periods of combat in order to ward off illness… Umeboshi exudes a very fruity aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, due to its high citric acid content, it has a very sour, almost sharp taste and, traditionally, is very salty. 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Its only ingredients are Kishu Nanko plums (Kishu is the old name for Wakayama) and refined raw sugar.\u003c\/span\u003eNo chemical additives are used, allowing you to savour the natural flavour and taste of the plums. This plum syrup offers a perfect balance between the acidity of Nanko plums and the refined sweetness of raw sugar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe syrup is made from the highest quality plums and a generous quantity of coarse refined sugar, a nutritious product from Tanegashima, in Kagoshima Prefecture. This sugar, derived from sugar cane, contains a high quantity of minerals that are lost during the refining of white sugar and other sugars. Its natural yellow-brown colour gives Ito Farm's plum syrup its deep, rich colour. This luxurious plum syrup is made exclusively from high-quality plums and a smooth, rich coarse refined sugar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWakayama is a major producer of ume plums. 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