Fermented black beans need to be soaked before they're used (not the sauce versions, obviously). I usually rinse them briefly then drain them, before putting them in a bowl and adding warm water ...

You can buy fermented black beans in Asian grocers or supermarkets to make your own black bean sauce. They are preserved in salt and should be rinsed well before using. FAQs about BBC Food ...

It's no secret that what you eat significantly impacts your health. The Western diet, often characterized by high levels of ultra-processed foods, added sugars and unhealthy fats, has long been linked ...

As with many of the foods I fry, I double-fry these ribs ... but do the second just before serving. In a small bowl, mash the fermented bean curd with the brine to a smooth paste.

For a lasting boost, Amati recommends loading up on complex carbs like beans and veggies, fermented foods, and healthy fats, ...

The saving grace? His homemade black bean garlic sauce. Made from fermented black soy beans and a handful of other pantry ingredients, it keeps nicely in the fridge for a few weeks, ready to pull ...

Adopting elements of the traditional Tanzanian diet, which is full of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans and fermented foods ... or as a base for nourish bowls, aka grain bowls.