DevilDog Sauces - Barbecue de Shiitake

Poured this over grilled chicken thighs last night and the umami depth is unreal—that fermented shiitake and koji combo gives it a rich, savory edge that lingers way past the first bite. It's sweet but not cloying, with a funk that makes store-bought stuff taste flat. Already planning to glaze some

The fermentation really comes through—it's got that deep, earthy umami that regular sauce just can't touch. Slathered it on some smoked ribs and the koji sweetness balanced the heat perfectly. My grill master buddy asked what I'd done differently, and I'm not telling.

Took this on a whim for burgers and ended up slathering it on everything from eggs to roasted veggies — the shiitake fermentation gives it a deep, earthy sweetness that’s nothing like the usual molasses-heavy stuff. It’s got a real kick of umami without being overpowering, and the texture is nice an