Why is commercially sold miso paste typically so salty? Is the saltiness an essential requirement to prepare miso paste? If so, why? - Quora
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My first miso at 11 months. It's a chickpea miso with 13% salt. Noticed these while spots and color gradient. Cause for concern? Thanks. : r/fermentation
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