Spiral Foods Plum Vinegar 250ml

Ume plum vinegar (50%) (Ume plum, sea salt,) ume plum vinegar with shiso leaves (Shiso leaves, sea salt, ume plum vinegar.)

Spiral Foods Plum Vinegar

Enhance your cooking with the unique flavour of Spiral Foods Plum Vinegar. Made during the traditional pickling of Japanese ume plums (umeboshi), this naturally vibrant seasoning offers a delicious balance of salty, tangy and fruity notes. A staple in Japanese cuisine, plum vinegar is perfect for adding depth and brightness to dressings, marinades, vegetables and rice dishes.

Its distinctive flavour makes it an excellent alternative to regular vinegar when you’re looking to add authentic Japanese character to your cooking.

Why You’ll Love It

• Authentic Japanese plum seasoning
• Tangy, salty and fruity flavour
• Made from the traditional pickling of ume plums
• Perfect for dressings, marinades and vegetables
• Ideal for Japanese and Asian-inspired cooking
• Vegan-friendly

How to Use Plum Vinegar

Use as a seasoning in salad dressings, marinades and dipping sauces, drizzle over steamed vegetables, season sushi rice, add to noodle dishes or use to pickle vegetables. It also pairs beautifully with tofu, grains and roasted vegetables.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is plum vinegar?
Plum vinegar is a traditional Japanese seasoning produced during the pickling of ume plums (umeboshi). Despite its name, it is not a true vinegar made through fermentation but a naturally salty, tangy liquid created during the pickling process.

What does plum vinegar taste like?
Plum vinegar has a bright, tangy flavour with a balance of saltiness and subtle fruity notes from ume plums. It adds a refreshing depth to both savoury and vegetable-based dishes.

How do you use plum vinegar?
Plum vinegar is commonly used in salad dressings, marinades, sushi rice, pickled vegetables, noodle dishes, sauces and as a finishing seasoning for vegetables, tofu and grains.

Is plum vinegar the same as regular vinegar?
No. Plum vinegar is made from the liquid released during the pickling of ume plums with sea salt, giving it a distinctive salty, fruity flavour that differs from traditional fermented vinegars.

Does plum vinegar need to be refrigerated?
Check the product label for specific storage instructions. Generally, store it in a cool, dry place before opening and refrigerate after opening if recommended.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Once opened, follow the storage instructions on the label and keep the bottle tightly sealed.

Bring authentic Japanese flavour to your kitchen with Spiral Foods Plum Vinegar—a versatile seasoning that adds a delicious balance of tangy, salty and fruity notes to everyday cooking.