The savory umami flavor of fermented Chinese black beans is almost indescribable—but we'll try anyway. It starts off fruity, with rich, smoky, miso-like undertones. Then—bam!—the chili kicks in, warming you from the inside. Salty, spicy, and hot, and simply indescribably delicious!

Chinese black beans form the basis of this rāyu and are mixed with pickled chilies and warming spices like star anise and cinnamon. It tastes great with and on anything that needs a little spice, and it's great mixed with mayo!