Mirin packs an umami punch. Here's what to know about this Japanese ingredient, from its unique flavor to cooking tips.

Ever wondered where that addictive sweetness comes from? Sugar, honey, syrup? The answer is mirin, the same ingredient that gives teriyaki salmon or chicken its signature sweet glaze. Mirin is a ...

Mirin is a fundamental element of Japanese cuisine. We meet the oldest mirin brewer in Aichi Prefecture, and take you on a journey through the world of mirin, from traditional production methods ...

With a GI of 35 this meal is high protein, low GI. Place the fish in a plastic food bag, add the soy, mirin and rice vinegar. Give it a good shake and refrigerate or freeze until ready to cook.

The second entry in our series on “seasonings that add sweetness” focuses on mirin. We'll turn “buri” (Japanese amberjack) into a teriyaki dish by making the most of mirin's rounded and ...