This Japanese cooking wine adds its tangy-sweet flavor to braises, marinades, and more. Here’s everything you need to know before adding it to your pantry. Michelle Lee Photography / Getty Images Even ...

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EDITOR'S NOTE: Off the Beaten Aisle is a weekly column by AP Food Editor J.M. Hirsch that explores lesser known but widely available ingredients. Mirin is all about getting sauced.

You’ve probably seen mirin on the shelves of your local grocery store, next to the likes of soy sauce, rice vinegar and sesame oil. Mirin is a type of Japanese rice wine that’s used to add sweet umami ...