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Oysters Sauce

N/A Allergens: Shellfish, Soy, Gluten
Oysters Sauce

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine Cantonese, Southeast Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Oyster extract, Soybeans, Wheat

Was ist Oysters Sauce?

A thick, dark, savory-sweet condiment made from oyster extracts, soy sauce, and seasonings, essential for enhancing umami in Asian cuisine.

"The secret weapon of Asian cuisine, adding profound depth and umami without a strong "fishy" taste."

Wie schmeckt Oysters Sauce?

Savory, umami, slightly sweet, salty, earthy, rich

Taste
Umami, Savory, Sweet, Slightly Salty, Briny
Texture
Thick, Viscous, Smooth
Aroma
Briny, Savory, Slightly Sweet, Soy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Global Usage

A cornerstone ingredient in Cantonese cooking and many East Asian stir-fries.

Origin Story

Accidentally created in the late 19th century when a chef overcooked oysters, concentrating their flavor.

Shelf Life (Opened)

Refrigerate after opening and use within 3-6 months for best quality.

Nährwertangaben

Per 1 tbsp (15g)
Calories130 kcal
Total Fat0g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein4g
Total Carbohydrate28g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars24g
Calcium10mg
Iron0.3mg
Potassium50mg

Geheimtipp des Chefs

Add a dash to any savory dish, even non-Asian ones, for a subtle boost of umami depth.

Oysters Sauce Ersatz & Verhältnisse

Der beste Ersatz für Oysters Sauce ist Mushroom Stir-Fry Sauce (vegetarian oyster sauce), verwendet im Verhältnis 1:1. Best vegetarian/vegan alternative, closely mimics umami and texture.

Ersatz für Oysters Sauce mit Verhältnissen
Ersatz Verhältnis Am besten geeignet für
Mushroom Stir-Fry Sauce (vegetarian oyster sauce) Am besten 1:1 Best vegetarian/vegan alternative, closely mimics umami and texture.
Hoisin Sauce 1:1 Sweet, tangy, and savory, but lacks the subtle brininess of oyster sauce.
Soy Sauce + Sugar + Cornstarch Varies (to taste and thickness) DIY option for umami, sweetness, and thickness, but misses complexity.
Fish Sauce (diluted and sweetened) 1:2 (fish sauce to water, plus sugar) Provides a strong umami and briny note, but much thinner and needs sweetening.

Wie man Oysters Sauce auswählt & lagert

Choose brands with "oyster extract" as a primary ingredient for authentic flavor.

Womit passt Oysters Sauce gut zusammen?

  • Stir-fries
  • marinades
  • braised meats
  • noodle dishes
  • vegetable sautés
  • dipping sauce.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Wie schmeckt Oysters Sauce?

Savory, umami, slightly sweet, salty, earthy, rich Briny, Savory, Slightly Sweet, Soy

Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Oysters Sauce?

Der beste Ersatz ist Mushroom Stir-Fry Sauce (vegetarian oyster sauce) (1:1). Best vegetarian/vegan alternative, closely mimics umami and texture.

Wie wählt und lagert man Oysters Sauce?

Choose brands with "oyster extract" as a primary ingredient for authentic flavor.

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