Last Updated on February 14, 2021
If you are looking for a different Japanese condiment, this one is perfect for you! Matcha Salt it is! It is vegan, oil-free, gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, super easy to make and it sure is different.
What is Matcha Salt?
Matcha Salt [抹茶塩] is literally a blend of matcha powder and fine sea salt. In some cases, it also has seaweed powder in it. It isn’t a everyday salt but would be a great addition to your recipe. Although this is flavored salt, it’s not really a seasoning. It’s actually a condiment because you don’t really cook with it.
The most common ways to use Matcha salt is serving with tempra. While the sweet & savory soy sauce base dipping sauce is typically the way to eat tempra with, salt is an another way. And the matcha salt is a bit more luxury version of it!
If you are not tempra fan (like us), it’s also great with grilled or roasted veggies or chilled tofu!
The Taste
Most people would associate the flavor of matcha to be something bitter. But matcha (or green tea) also has a hint of umami flavor in it. Now, for the matcha salt, yes, you can certainly taste the bitterness. However since it’s blended with salt, the bitterness becomes milder and the unami flavor gets enhanced. You just need try it to taste!
The Ingredients
- 1 part matcha powder
- 1 part fine sea salt
Regarding the blending ratio, we find 1:1 is perfect for our palette. Of course, if you like more bitter or salty element adjust the amount of each ingredients.
The Brief Steps
It’s so simple that there isn’t much explanations needed. LOL. Matcha salt is not something you use a lot so we’d recommend make a small batch at a time.
Matcha Salt
Ingredients
- 1 part matcha powder
- 1 part fine sea salt
Instructions
- Combine 1:1 ratio of matcha powder and fine sea salt in a bowl. Mix until well blended.
Notes
- It's not everyday salt so make a small amount.
- If you make extra, store in an airtight container and keep it at the room temperature.
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