Doubanjiang is a fermented chili paste made from Sichuan peppercorns, garlic, and chili peppers. You're getting a concentrated dose of umami flavor and beneficial probiotics from the fermentation process. This traditional condiment is a staple in Sichuan cuisine, just like your ancestors used it.
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Fermented broad bean and chili paste — the 'soul of Sichuan cooking'.