One spoonful Massive Flavor
Sichuan Ma-La Style
Born on the Tibetan Plateau. Made in California
100% Natural · Vegan · Gluten Free · No Additives · No Preservatives · Low Sodium
Find your funk
Wei's Funky Beans
Our mildest—with a real kick. Savory fermented black beans, shiitake, garlic and ginger with a gentle ma-la tingle. Great for everyday spooning.
Our mildest heat is on its way. Check back soon!
What's in the jar
- Sichuan ma-la styled fermented black bean condiment and paste with garlic, ginger, shiitake mushrooms, chili and numbing pepper.
- Vegan, gluten free, low salt, no preservatives.
- Minimally processed, only the freshest ingredients used. Extremely versatile flavor which can be used with any cuisine.
Wei's Funky Beans
The original. A bold, lively kick meets deep, savory flavor, with the full ma-la tingle of red and green Sichuan peppercorns.
What's in the jar
- Sichuan ma-la styled fermented black bean condiment and paste with garlic, ginger, shiitake mushrooms, chili and numbing pepper.
- Vegan, gluten free, low salt, no preservatives.
- Minimally processed, only the freshest ingredients used. Extremely versatile flavor which can be used with any cuisine.
Wei's Funky Beans
Our boldest heat. A fiery chili kick up front with plenty of savory, fermented depth underneath. For the heat seekers.
What's in the jar
- Sichuan ma-la styled fermented black bean condiment and paste with garlic, ginger, shiitake mushrooms, chili and numbing pepper.
- Vegan, gluten free, low salt, no preservatives.
- Minimally processed, only the freshest ingredients used. Extremely versatile flavor which can be used with any cuisine.
How hot is hot?
20,000 SHU
Our mildest—with a real kick.
In the serrano pepper range.
45,000–50,000 SHU
Turn up the heat.
Near the upper end of the cayenne pepper range.
80,000 SHU
For the heat seekers.
In the Thai chili pepper range.
Find your spice level
A little tingle on your tongue.
Meet our mildest funk: savory, flavorful, and still bringing a spicy kick.
- Heat:
- 20,000 SHU · Our gentlest heat
- Your kind of adventure:
- Comfort with a twist — stir a spoonful into the dishes you already love, from fried rice to grilled cheese.
- Something unexpected — try it swirled into cream cheese, whisked into salad dressing, or dabbed on sharp cheddar.
- Full-on funky — make it the star: a mapo tofu base, a marinade for grilled meat, or a bold stir-fry starter.
- Try it on:
- Eggs, avocado toast, or rice. Start with a little and add more to taste.
New to heat? Start small—even our Mild has a kick.
Turn up the heat.
A bold, lively kick meets deep, savory flavor. For bites that deserve a little more funk.
- Heat:
- 45,000–50,000 SHU · Our middle heat level
- Your kind of adventure:
- Comfort with a twist — stir a spoonful into the dishes you already love, from fried rice to grilled cheese.
- Something unexpected — try it swirled into cream cheese, whisked into salad dressing, or dabbed on sharp cheddar.
- Full-on funky — make it the star: a mapo tofu base, a marinade for grilled meat, or a bold stir-fry starter.
- Try it on:
- Noodles, dumplings, or roasted vegetables.
Unleash the fire.
Our boldest heat brings a fiery kick to the party, with plenty of savory flavor underneath.
- Heat:
- 80,000 SHU · Our boldest heat
- Your kind of adventure:
- Comfort with a twist — stir a spoonful into the dishes you already love, from fried rice to grilled cheese.
- Something unexpected — try it swirled into cream cheese, whisked into salad dressing, or dabbed on sharp cheddar.
- Full-on funky — make it the star: a mapo tofu base, a marinade for grilled meat, or a bold stir-fry starter.
- Try it on:
- Pizza, noodles, or anything ready for a serious kick. Start with a small amount and build from there.
From nature to culture
The power of fermentation
Why you'll love it
Every ingredient brings something to the party.
Nutrition Facts
A little spoonful. Know what's inside.
Big flavor, small numbers. Here's exactly what you get in every serving.
Meet Wei Wei
Wei Wei first perfected her family's recipe when she was just seven years old in Chongqing. When she came to the United States, she carried jars of her homemade beans everywhere she went—and everyone who tasted them asked for more. Today, every jar is still made by her family, in small batches, in California.
“From nature to culture.”
A little kitchen magic
Big flavor begins in Wei Wei's kitchen. Every batch is chopped, stirred, simmered and jarred by hand—the same way she's made it since she was seven.
- Fresh ginger, garlic and shiitake are chopped by hand.
- Fermented black beans and chilies sizzle in non-GMO canola oil.
- Red and green Sichuan peppercorns bring the ma-la tingle.
- Each jar is filled, sealed and labeled in California.
Chop. Stir. Sizzle. Fill.
A spoonful on almost anything
A small amount of Funky Beans can add a bold, savory málà flavor to many kinds of food. It's also delicious with cheese and crackers, eggs, or a morning bagel.
Funky Beans brings Sichuan-inspired flavor to meals across cuisines—from Asian and European to American, Middle Eastern, and Mexican.
Big flavor begins in Wei Wei's kitchen.
The first bite says it all
So good!!!! Unlike anything I've ever tried and will become a staple in my fridge for sure :)
Just like mapo tofu—tastes like thrice cooked bacon and rice cakes from Mission Chinese.
I love this!!! So flavorful, I'd put this on everything!!!
This is an amazing thing that I could see myself using on many different foods.
Get funky! Get Funky Beans, can't wait to share with my family.
SUPER TASTY! Tastes like home-cooked meals!
Very different flavor.
Taste profile is great.
It enhances flavor.
Seems like a great addition for cooking specifically.
I like it spicy.
Awesome!
Farmers market days
Most of our fans met Funky Beans the same way: a toothpick, a cracker, and a tiny spoonful at our farmers market table. Then came the look—eyes wide, a little tingle, and "wait… what IS this?"
Ready for your first spoonful?
Small-batch, family-made, and ready to make tonight's dinner a whole lot funkier.
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