Shirakiku - Kinako (roasted soy bean flour) 5 Oz. by Shirakiku

This is my first try of Kinako - traditional roasted soybean powder - so I don't have anything to compare it with... but I love it! It has a very pleasant roasted flavor, is finely ground and mixes well with any food, smoothies, etc. - I especially like it in my overnight oats - and provides a dose of healthy protein and other nutrients. I am not surprised it's "Amazon's Choice". Plus, the value is great. Product of Japan.

Arrived quickly! Long expiration date which is great! Great nutty flavor-saw it used in a hot chocolate recipe! So delicious. I can’t wait see what else I can do with it!

Taste good

I wasn’t able to find this brand in my regular Asian market where I purchased it for years. To my surprise, I found it on Amazon. I’ve tried other brands of kinako, but their taste falls flat. The Shirakiku brand is a staple in my home and used especially at New Year’s. The powder is mixed with white sugar to coat warm mochi. Very good!

I distinctly remember getting Kinako milkshakes at a local Japanese burger joint in my old neighborhood that were to die for and bought this attempting to recreate it. While the freshness could be a little better the quality of shake it produced was adequate to nourish the craving. I even started adding it to my daughter’s oatmeal with a little brown sugar and she seems to enjoy it. As well it has some nice hidden protein so it bulks up breakfast nicely.