What food ingredients are covered on Flavaromas?

Flavaromas covers a wide range of food ingredients used in Bahraini and Gulf cuisine — including spices like saffron, turmeric, and cardamom; grains like rice and bulgur; herbs, proteins, and fresh produce commonly found in Middle Eastern cooking.

Can I find information on Middle Eastern spices on Flavaromas?

Yes. The Flavaromas ingredients guide covers popular Gulf and Middle Eastern spices including bezar spice blend, loomi (dried lime), sumac, za'atar, saffron, and more — with flavour profiles and recipe suggestions.

Do ingredient pages on Flavaromas link to recipes?

Yes. Each ingredient page on Flavaromas links to related recipes so you can immediately discover how to use that ingredient in authentic Gulf and Bahraini dishes.

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Tamari

Japan — tamari has been produced as a byproduct of hatcho miso for centuries. It was the original style of soy sauce in Japan before Chinese-style soy sauce with wheat was introduced.Available year-roundRich, complex, deeply umami

Did You Know?

Tamari contains more protein than regular soy sauce because it's made entirely from soybeans. A 100ml serving contains roughly 10g of protein — double that of wheat-diluted soy sauce.

Overview

A Japanese soy sauce traditionally made as a byproduct of miso production, with little to no wheat. Richer, thicker, and less salty than Chinese soy sauce — the gluten-free soy sauce alternative.

Japan — tamari has been produced as a byproduct of hatcho miso for centuries. It was the original style of soy sauce in Japan before Chinese-style soy sauce with wheat was introduced.

Origin

Available year-round

Season

Easy

Difficulty

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Flavor Profile

Richcomplexdeeply umamiand less salty than regular soy sauce. Slightly thicker and more rounded. The wheat-free version has a rounderless sharp flavor profile.

Storage Tips

Refrigerate after opening for best quality. Keeps 1–2 years at room temperature sealed; 3–6 months refrigerated after opening.

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How to Cook with Tamari

Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips

Cooking Tips

Use as a soy sauce substitute in all applications. Excellent for dipping (sashimi, gyoza), marinades, and dressings. The richer flavor means you can use slightly less than regular soy sauce.

Best Pairings

sashimigyozastir-friesmarinadesdressingsrice

Substitutes

Regular soy sauce (contains gluten), coconut aminos (soy-free, lower sodium)

Nutrition & Health Benefits

The nutritional profile and health properties of Tamari

Nutrition Highlights

fat

carbs

5.7

fiber

0.8

protein

10.5

calories

Quick Facts

Categorycondiments

OriginJapan — tamari has been produced as a byproduct of hatcho miso for centuries. It was the original style of soy sauce in Japan before Chinese-style soy sauce with wheat was introduced.

SeasonAvailable year-round

DifficultyEasy

Health Benefits

Higher protein content than regular soy sauce. Contains probiotics from the miso-making process. High in sodium — use in moderation.

Tamari Photos

5 photos showcasing Tamari in its many forms

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Tamari

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OriginJapan — tamari has been produced as a byproduct of hatcho miso for centuries. It was the original style of soy sauce in Japan before Chinese-style soy sauce with wheat was introduced.

SeasonAvailable year-round

DifficultyEasy

Flavor Notes

Richcomplexdeeply umamiand less salty than regular soy sauce. Slightly thicker and more rounded. The wheat-free version has a rounderless sharp flavor profile.

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