Condiment, Sauce | Vegan Vegetarian

Sweet Soy Sauce

Glycine max (soybeans) Allergens: Soy, Wheat
Sweet Soy Sauce

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae (Soybeans), Poaceae (Wheat, Palm)
  • Primary Cuisine Southeast Asian (Indonesian)
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Soybeans, Wheat, Palm Sugar

¿Qué es Sweet Soy Sauce?

A dark, viscous, and sweet condiment made from fermented soybeans, wheat, palm sugar, and often other aromatics.

"The Caramelized Umami: Indonesian Culinary Gem"

¿A qué sabe Sweet Soy Sauce?

Sweet, savory, umami, slightly viscous, caramelized

Taste
Sweet, Salty, Umami, Savory, Caramel
Texture
Thick, Viscous, Syrupy
Aroma
Fermented, Sweet, Soy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Culinary Origin

A staple condiment in Indonesian cuisine, known as Kecap Manis.

Flavor Balance

Combines sweet (from palm sugar) and savory (from soy) notes.

Shelf Stability

Long shelf life, can be stored in a cool, dark place even after opening.

Información Nutricional

Per 1 tbsp (15g)
Calories200
Total Fat0.1 g
Saturated Fat0.0 g
Trans Fat0.0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein5.0 g
Total Carbohydrate45.0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars40.0 g
Calcium30 mg
Iron1.0 mg
Potassium200 mg

El Secreto del Chef

Sweet soy sauce can burn easily due to its high sugar content. Add it towards the end of cooking or use it as a finishing glaze to prevent scorching.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Sweet Soy Sauce

El mejor sustituto para Sweet Soy Sauce es Hoisin Sauce, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Similar sweetness, thickness, and savory notes, but with additional spices.

Sustitutos para Sweet Soy Sauce con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Hoisin Sauce Mejor 1:1 Similar sweetness, thickness, and savory notes, but with additional spices.
Dark Soy Sauce + Sugar/Molasses 2 parts Dark Soy Sauce : 1 part Sugar/Molasses Can replicate color and sweetness, but less complex umami.
Teriyaki Sauce 1:1 Sweet and savory, less thick, often has ginger/garlic notes.
Mirin + Regular Soy Sauce 1 part Mirin : 1 part Soy Sauce Offers sweetness and umami, but thinner and less robust.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Sweet Soy Sauce

Look for "Kecap Manis" on the label, preferably from Indonesia, for authentic flavor and texture.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Sweet Soy Sauce?

  • Nasi Goreng
  • Bami Goreng
  • Satay
  • marinades for grilled meats
  • dipping sauce.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Sweet Soy Sauce?

Sweet, savory, umami, slightly viscous, caramelized Fermented, Sweet, Soy

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Sweet Soy Sauce?

El mejor sustituto es Hoisin Sauce (1:1). Similar sweetness, thickness, and savory notes, but with additional spices.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Sweet Soy Sauce?

Look for "Kecap Manis" on the label, preferably from Indonesia, for authentic flavor and texture.

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