Jul 14 2026

Sake Recipe

Time5h
Serves8

Make Sake Recipe in just 5h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Wash the Rice

    Place the rice in a large bowl and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch.

  2. 2

    Soak the Rice

    Soak the washed rice in water for about 8 hours or overnight to allow it to absorb moisture.

  3. 3

    Steam the Rice

    After soaking, drain the rice and steam it for about 30-40 minutes until it’s cooked but firm.

  4. 4

    Cool the Rice

    Spread the steamed rice on a large tray or surface to cool to room temperature.

Fermentation Process

  1. 5

    Add Koji

    Once the rice has cooled, sprinkle the koji evenly over the rice and mix it gently to incorporate.

  2. 6

    Prepare Yeast Mixture

    In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in a little warm water (about 1/4 cup) and let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.

  3. 7

    Combine Ingredients

    In a fermentation vessel, combine the koji rice mixture with water (4 cups) and the yeast mixture. Stir well.

  4. 8

    Begin Fermentation

    Cover the fermentation vessel with a cloth or lid and let it sit in a cool, dark place for about 2-3 weeks, stirring daily.

Finishing Touches

  1. 9

    Strain the Mixture

    After fermentation is complete, strain the mixture through a fine sieve or cheesecloth to separate the liquid from the solids.

  2. 10

    Sweeten (Optional)

    If desired, stir in sugar to taste to sweeten the sake.

  3. 11

    Dilute (Optional)

    If the sake is too strong, dilute with additional water to taste.

  4. 12

    Bottle the Sake

    Transfer the sake into clean bottles and seal them tightly. Store in a cool place or refrigerate.

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