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Soy Sauce
Also known as: shoyu, salsa de soja, tamari
Fermented soybean sauce essential to Asian cuisines. Light soy is saltier; dark soy adds color. Tamari is gluten-free.
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Origin
China
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Storage
Refrigerate after opening
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Shelf Life
2-3 years
💡 Tips & Tricks
- ✓Use light soy for seasoning, dark soy for color
- ✓Taste different brands - flavor varies significantly
- ✓Reduce for a glaze
📖 Recipes with Soy Sauce
Hong Kong Style Stuffed Squid
Hong Kong
1 hour 15 minutes
Kazakh Laghman Soup with Beef
Kazakhstan
2 hours 45 minutes
Niu Rou Mian
Taiwan
4 hours 15 minutes
Moo Hong
Thailand
2 hours 50 minutes
Taiwanese Shrimp Rolls
Taiwan
45 minutes
Phane Stir-fry with Vegetables
Botswana
35 minutes
Paksiw na Pata
Philippines
2 hours 50 minutes
Nasi Pecel
Indonesia
55 minutes
Pad Pak Bung Fai Daeng
Thailand
18-19 minutes
Taiwanese Stinky Tofu
Taiwan
25 minutes
Samoan Beef Saikai
Samoa
2 hours 50 minutes
Yeongeun Jorim
South Korea
55 minutes
🔄 Substitutes
- Tamari
- Coconut aminos
- Worcestershire sauce
🍽️ Pairs Well With
GingerGarlicSesameRiceNoodles