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Soy-Banana Smoothie with Rice-koji Amazake

Perfect for hot summer days! This is a beginner's recipe using the Japanese fermented food "rice koji amazake."
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Breakfast, Drinks, Snack
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz Banana
  • 2 oz Soy milk
  • 1 tbsp Rice-koji Amazake

Equipment

  • 1 Blender

Method
 

  1. Add the banana, soy milk, and amazake into a blender.
  2. Blend on high speed until smooth and frothy (about 30 seconds).
  3. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Substitutions

  • No soy? Use oat milk instead. Note: Flavor and thickness may vary slightly.
  • No amazake? Try 1 tsp honey + 1 tsp plain yogurt for a similar balance of sweetness and probiotics.

Fermentation Tip

Rice-koji Amazake is a traditional Japanese sweet beverage made by fermenting rice with koji. It’s packed with natural enzymes, making digestion easier while adding mild sweetness with zero added sugar. 
*All “ 耀 Hikari” recipes use naturally fermented seasonings made using traditional methods. If you use machine-made seasonings, use 1.2 to 1.5 times the amount of seasoning.

Dietary Info

Contains: Soy (unless replaced)
Suitable for: Vegan, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Gluten-Free