@chillcrisp: A Guide to Douchi (Fermented Soybeans)丨豆豉 Often translated as fermented black beans, douchi is actually made from yellow or black soybeans and comes in shades of red, orange, beige, brown, and black. These fermented beans bring deep savoriness and umami to many Chinese dishes such as mapo tofu, steamed ribs, small-fried pork. Read the full guide here: https://chillcrispbyxueci.substack.com/p/deep-dive-douchi-fermented-soybeans #chinesefood #fermentation