Q. What is DASHI, and how do I make it?
Q. What are Shiso Leaves?
Q. Does Sanchi use any Genetically Modified ingredients?

Q. What is DASHI, and how do I make it?

A. Dashi is a Japanese style clear broth made with Kombu Sea Vegetable. To prepare, add 1 strip of Kombu per litre of water, some vegetables (optional), boil for 20-30 minutes, strain, and season with Soy Sauce and ginger (optional).
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Q. What are Shiso Leaves?

A. Shiso Leaves come from an annual herb of the mint family (Perilla frutescens var. japonica). Both green and red leafed varieties are available and they are widely used in Japanese cuisine for pickling because of the leafs preserving properties. The red leafed variety also helps turn our Japanese pickled Ginger a lovely pink colour without the use of artificial colours. The herb has a strong mint or fennel flavour. It is sometimes know as “beefsteak leaf”.
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Q. Does Sanchi use any Genetically Modified ingredients?

A. Absolutely not. We have a strong anti GM stance and have supported a GM Free trade and ban on production and proliferation since 1998 when commercially available GM products became available.
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