AJINOMOTO Koku no Chikara Beef 200g (known in Japan as Koku no Chikara Ushi no Koku) is a premium, commercial-grade Japanese powdered seasoning engineered by Ajinomoto Co., Inc.. Unlike general-purpose beef bouillons, this formula is highly specialized: it is low in salt and designed to add purely deep, simmered richness (“koku”) without shifting the saltiness of the dish.
Key Product Highlights
- Deep Beef Umami: Adds rich, full-bodied flavor reminiscent of slow-simmered beef, roasted onions, and root vegetables.
- Koku Boost: A small amount instantly enhances the depth and richness of soups and sauces.
- Easy to Use: Add approximately 0.5–1% of the total dish weight toward the end of cooking.
- Versatile: Ideal for curry, demi-glace, beef stew, pasta sauces, hamburgers, and braised beef dishes.
- Low Sodium: Designed to enhance flavor depth without significantly increasing saltiness.
- Key Ingredients: Dextrin, yeast extract, hydrolyzed plant protein, beef and onion extracts, vegetable extracts, beef bone extract, bonito extract, and seasonings.
- Allergens: Contains wheat, soybeans, beef, and chicken.
- Packaging: 200g commercial pillow bag.
- Origin: Made in Japan by Ajinomoto.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from humidity. Seal tightly after opening or transfer to an airtight container to prevent clumping.