Congbanlv Broad Bean Paste 800g

Product Description:
Unlock the deep umami heart of Sichuan cuisine with Congbanlv Broad Bean Paste, a traditional fermented bean paste (doubanjiang) made from broad beans, chilies, and wheat. This 800g jar delivers the essential base flavor for mapo tofu, hot pot broths, and stir-fried dishes—aged to perfection for balanced spice and savoriness.

Key Features:

🌶️ Authentic Sichuan Flavor – Fermented 6+ months for depth
🫘 Chili-Bean Blend – Broad beans + erjingtiao chilies + wheat
🍲 Versatile Base – For mapo tofu, zhajiangmian, braised meats
🌿 No Artificial Additives – Naturally brewed
🏮 Pixian-Style – From Sichuan’s doubanjiang capital

Ingredients:

Broad beans, chili, wheat flour, salt, water.

How to Use:

1. For stir-fries: Fry 1-2 tbsp in oil first to "wake up" flavors

2. For soups: Dissolve in broth (start with ½ tbsp)

3. For marinades: Mix with soy sauce and rice wine

Storage:

Refrigerate after opening. Lasts 1+ year.

Why Chefs Prefer It:

✔ Rich red oil layer – Sign of quality fermentation
✔ Less salty than cheaper brands
✔ Vegetarian-friendly (check for fish sauce variants)

Allergy Info:

Contains wheat and soy (from fermentation).

Pro Tips:

1. For mapo tofu: Use with ground Sichuan peppercorns

2. For extra aroma: Fry until oil turns red

3. For beginners: Start with small amounts—it’s potent!

Perfect For:
• Sichuan cooking enthusiasts
• Homemade hot pot broths
• Authentic Chinese restaurant flavors

Classic Pairings:

• Minced pork (for zhajiangmian)

• Eggplant (fish-fragrant style)

• Tofu puffs

New to doubanjiang? Try our mild version first!