MOMOFUKU Umami Essentials Starter Pack — Original Chili Crunch, Kombu Soy & Savory Salt Trio for Instant Flavor

Momofuku Umami Essentials Starter Pack is a chef-curated trio — Original Chili Crunch, kombu-steeped Soy Sauce, and Savory Seasoned Salt — designed to add immediate depth and savory richness to home cooking.

This starter pack brings three of David Chang’s pantry cornerstones together so you can elevate everyday meals with minimal effort. Each ingredient is formulated to layer umami, texture, and balanced seasoning across a wide range of dishes, from quick weeknight dinners to more considered recipes. The set is compact enough for a countertop but powerful enough to transform simple proteins, vegetables, grains, and snacks.

How will this pack change my everyday cooking?

These three items work at once to boost flavor: chili crunch provides fat and crunch, kombu-steeped soy adds savory depth, and the seasoned salt finishes dishes with balanced complexity. They’re designed to be used sparingly as flavor multipliers rather than primary ingredients.

• Sprinkle the savory salt for immediate seasoning on roasted vegetables or fries.
• Drizzle kombu soy over grilled fish or stir into dressings for an umami backbone.
• Top bowls, noodles, or avocado toast with chili crunch for heat and crunch.

What makes each product unique in the trio?

The Original Chili Crunch offers toasted oil, crisped aromatics, and slow-building heat; the kombu-steeped Soy Sauce is infused with kelp for mineral-rich savor; and the Savory Seasoned Salt blends salt with aromatic umami boosters for finishing. Each item targets a different sensory layer to create a fuller overall profile.

• Chili Crunch: crunchy bits and chili oil for texture and heat.
• Kombu Soy: sea-enhanced soy for rounded, savory depth.
• Savory Salt: finishing salt with nuanced umami, not just sodium.

How do I use these products together for fast meal wins?

Think of the trio like a three-step seasoning routine: season, cook, and finish. Use the kombu soy during cooking, the chili crunch as a topping, and the savory salt at service for the most layered result. They’re intentionally versatile so you can mix and match based on taste and texture needs.

• Marinate chicken or tofu briefly in kombu soy before grilling.
• Stir chili crunch into warm noodles or grain bowls for crunch and heat.
• Finish steaks, roasted roots, or popcorn with a light dusting of savory salt.

Are these pantry staples allergen-friendly and easy to store?

Momofuku formulates these to be shelf-stable under normal pantry conditions; keep them sealed and away from direct heat. Ingredients are chosen for broad usability — chili crunch is vegan — but always check labels for allergens specific to your needs.

• Store in a cool, dry place; refrigerate after opening if preferred for chill oil products.
• Chili Crunch is vegan; soy product contains soy and may contain wheat depending on version.
• Use within recommended shelf-life on each container for best flavor.

Who is this for? The Momofuku Umami Essentials Starter Pack is for home cooks who want chef-level umami without complex techniques, foodies looking to expand their pantry, and busy households that need reliable shortcuts to great flavor. It’s equally useful for people refining weeknight dinners, hosting casual meals, or experimenting with bold finishing touches.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS: CHILI CRUNCH: grapeseed oil, puya chilis, coconut sugar, onions, garlic, sesame seeds, japones chilis, chilis de arbol, mushroom powder, salt, shallots, spices, yeast extract, seaweed SOY SAUCE: water, organic soybeans, organic wheat, salt,organic alcohol, kombuAllergens: wheat, soybean SAVORY SALT: salt, spices, onion, yeast extract, garlic, pepper, tamari (water, organic soybeans, salt, organic alcohol), kelp, mushroom, seaweed. contains: soy