Description
Lee Kum Kee Chilli Bean Sauce, also known as Toban Djan, is a staple ingredient in authentic Chinese cooking, particularly in the fiery and flavourful dishes of the Sichuan province. Crafted from 48% premium salted chilli peppers and 9% fermented broad bean paste, this sauce offers a robust, earthy, and spicy profile that elevates everyday meals into restaurant-quality creations.
Perfect for both professional chefs and home cooks, this highly versatile paste is the undisputed soul of classic recipes like Mapo Tofu, Kung Pao Chicken, and Twice-Cooked Pork. Its thick, textured consistency allows it to cling beautifully to ingredients, imparting a rich reddish-brown hue and an irresistible aroma to stir-fries, braised meats, and noodle soups.
Not limited to traditional Chinese dishes, this 100% vegetarian sauce serves as an excellent flavour booster for plant-based recipes, adding an instant umami kick to tofu, aubergine, and mixed vegetable stir-fries. It can also be creatively used as a spicy marinade, a base for rich gravies, or even a punchy dipping sauce.
Whether you are seeking the authentic taste of Sichuan cooking or simply looking to add a complex, spicy depth to your culinary repertoire, Lee Kum Kee Chilli Bean Sauce is an indispensable addition to your pantry.
Why it earns its place in your kitchen
- Authentic Sichuan-style spicy and deep umami flavour profile
- The essential foundational ingredient for classics like Mapo Tofu
- Made with 48% salted chilli peppers and 9% fermented broad beans
- 100% vegetarian product, ideal for plant-based cooking
- Highly versatile for stir-frying, braising, marinating, and dipping
Suggested Use
Stir well before use. Heat a spoonful in oil at the start of cooking to release its rich aroma and colour. Ideal as a base for stir-fries, braised dishes, and marinades. Refrigerate after opening.
