• Authentic Mala Heat

    Real Sichuan peppercorns bring numbing spice and layered, aromatic heat.

  • Real Ingredients

    No preservatives or artificial ingredients. No shortcuts. Just real ingredients and incredible flavor.

  • Locally Sourced

    Made in California. More than half of our ingredients are locally sourced to ensure maximum freshness.

Meet Wei Wei

Wei grew up around the bold flavors of Sichuan cooking. After years of cooking for friends, she perfected the authentic taste of Funky Beans to share with the rest of the world!

My Story

Funky Beans

Health and Flavor

Funky Beans is a MaLa-styled fermented black bean condiment that packs a serious punch of flavor and nutrition! Crafted with rich shiitake mushrooms, garlic, ginger, chili, and signature numbing Sichuan peppers, it tastes great on everything.

Because our beans are naturally fermented, Funky Beans is packed with beneficial probiotics that support a happy gut and naturally enhance digestion. It’s a bold flavor upgrade that actually loves your body back. 100% vegan, gluten-free, low-sodium, and completely free of preservatives.

The Power of Fermentation

  • Easier Digestion: The natural fermentation process breaks down complex proteins and antinutrients in the black beans before baking, making them significantly easier on your stomach and reducing bloating.
  • Supercharged Nutrients: Fermentation unlocks locked-in vitamins and minerals, drastically increasing their bioavailability so your body can absorb the goodness of the beans, shiitake mushrooms, ginger, and garlic much more effectively.
  • Gut-Friendly Prebiotics: Packed with fermented dietary fibers that act as fuel for your existing, healthy gut microbes, supporting a balanced digestive system.
  • Complex Flavor, Low Sodium: Traditional fermentation creates incredibly deep, savory umami notes naturally, allowing us to keep the sodium low while delivering maximum MaLa flavor impact.