Anchovy fish sauce is an essential condiment along with shrimp fish sauce in making various types of kimchi. It is made from raw anchovies and coarse sea salt through fermentation. Some people (especially from southern part of Korea) use it to season blanched vegetables or soup as well. Many anchovy fish sauces contain low quality fish, flavor enhancers and other additives. Chung Jung One anchovy fish sauce is made from 100% natural anchovy and sea salt without any additives through a natural fermentation process. Anchovies are sourced from the South Sea of Korea. Also, carefully selected sun dried sea salt is used to preserve the authentic taste and aroma of naturally fermented anchovy fish sauce. *Sediments from protein and salt crystals may be formed, but it is caused by natural reaction and is safe to eat. Taste, smell and color may vary depending on the fishing season and fermentation condition.