Fat Tomato Damson Umani Hoisin Sauce
Fat Tomato Damson Umani Hoisin Sauce
Luxury Irish Gift Box from Fat Tomato
Luxury Irish Gift Box from Fat Tomato
Fat Tomato Damson Umani Hoisin Sauce
Fat Tomato Damson Umani Hoisin Sauce
Luxury Irish Gift Box from Fat Tomato
Luxury Irish Gift Box from Fat Tomato

Damson Umami Sauce

from €17.50

A rich, savoury-sweet damson sauce inspired by traditional hoisin — layered with spice, umami, and deep orchard flavour.

A deep, velvety, umami-rich sauce inspired by the centuries-old Chinese tradition of hoisin — the savoury-sweet condiment known for bringing balance and depth to roasted meats, vegetables, and noodle dishes.

Our Fat Tomato interpretation begins with Merryweather damsons and our own aged damson umeboshi, layered with fermented garlic and organic ginger root. Orchard sweetness comes from Tara Hill raw blossom honey and Highbank organic apple treacle, balanced with our heritage apple cider vinegar for brightness and lift.

To build complexity, we add toasted sesame seeds and organic spices — star anise, cinnamon, fennel seed, black peppercorns, and our garden-grown Sichuan peppercorns — bringing warmth and gentle spice reminiscent of traditional hoisin.

Natural salty umami comes from barley miso, kombu, dillisk seaweed, and Wexford sea salt, adding a subtle coastal depth that roots the sauce firmly in the Irish landscape.

Slow-cooked until smooth, glossy, and spoonable, this is a concentrated sauce designed to be used as it is or loosened to your taste. The result is deeply savoury and damson-forward, layered with sweetness, acidity, spice, and a clean lingering finish.

A little goes a long way. Use as a glaze for roast meats or vegetables, stir through noodles and stir-fries, or tuck into bao buns and cheese toasties. Thin slightly with water, stock, or citrus to create a lighter dressing or dipping sauce.

Available as a 225g wide-neck glass jar for everyday use, or as a Gift Box, wrapped in our illustrated paper — inspired by the Wexford and Irish food story — and presented in our signature black box.

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A rich, savoury-sweet damson sauce inspired by traditional hoisin — layered with spice, umami, and deep orchard flavour.

A deep, velvety, umami-rich sauce inspired by the centuries-old Chinese tradition of hoisin — the savoury-sweet condiment known for bringing balance and depth to roasted meats, vegetables, and noodle dishes.

Our Fat Tomato interpretation begins with Merryweather damsons and our own aged damson umeboshi, layered with fermented garlic and organic ginger root. Orchard sweetness comes from Tara Hill raw blossom honey and Highbank organic apple treacle, balanced with our heritage apple cider vinegar for brightness and lift.

To build complexity, we add toasted sesame seeds and organic spices — star anise, cinnamon, fennel seed, black peppercorns, and our garden-grown Sichuan peppercorns — bringing warmth and gentle spice reminiscent of traditional hoisin.

Natural salty umami comes from barley miso, kombu, dillisk seaweed, and Wexford sea salt, adding a subtle coastal depth that roots the sauce firmly in the Irish landscape.

Slow-cooked until smooth, glossy, and spoonable, this is a concentrated sauce designed to be used as it is or loosened to your taste. The result is deeply savoury and damson-forward, layered with sweetness, acidity, spice, and a clean lingering finish.

A little goes a long way. Use as a glaze for roast meats or vegetables, stir through noodles and stir-fries, or tuck into bao buns and cheese toasties. Thin slightly with water, stock, or citrus to create a lighter dressing or dipping sauce.

Available as a 225g wide-neck glass jar for everyday use, or as a Gift Box, wrapped in our illustrated paper — inspired by the Wexford and Irish food story — and presented in our signature black box.

  • A little goes a long way. Use this damson Hoisin-style sauce anywhere you’d reach for traditional hoisin — and far beyond.

    Glaze roast duck, pork belly, charred aubergine, chicken wings, ribs, or BBQ skewers, or mix into marinades for beef, lamb, and tofu. Add a spoon to stir-fries, noodle bowls, and fried rice for instant depth, or whisk with soy, sesame oil, and vinegar for a bold dipping sauce or dressing.

    It’s beautiful in bao buns with crispy tofu, shredded brisket, or roasted mushrooms, and it works surprisingly well with hot smoked oily fish like mackerel, where the damson, spice, and umami really come alive.

    Stir through braises, broths, and slow-cooked dishes for warmth and complexity, or simply spread onto a toastie with sharp cheddar for a quick savoury-sweet hit.

    Explore our Grow & Cook section for more recipe ideas.

  • FT damson Merryweather 46%, organic barley miso [cultured barley (gluten), whole soya beans, salt], Tara Hill raw blossom honey, organic Colombian raw cane sugar, FT heritage apple cider vinegar, Highbank Orchards organic apple treacle, FT garlic Messidrome (fermented), FT onion Radar, organic Indian sesame seeds, Wexford sea salt, organic raw Peruvian ginger root, FT fennel seeds Dulce, WildIrish Seaweed organic Dillisk and Kombu, FT chilli pepper flakes, organic Ceylon cinnamon, organic Vietnamese star anise, FT Schezuan peppercorns, organic Kampot black peppercorns

    Allergens in bold above.

    FT ingredients are grown/made in our garden/kitchen.

  • Store in a cool, dark place. Refrigerate after opening and enjoy within six months.

  • Check our frequently asked questions page for answers to all those questions you might have.

    If you have a specific question, feel free to reach out to us at hello@fattomato.ie

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