Ingredients for Kecap Manis Sweet Soy Sauce
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- Dark Soy Sauce
- Garlic
- Star Anise Pods
- Fresh Ginger
- 1/2 cup water
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How to Make Kecap Manis Sweet Soy Sauce
- In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water over low heat. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves completely and begins to caramelize, stirring frequently to prevent burning. This takes about 5-7 minutes. The color will turn amber.
- Once caramelized, carefully whisk in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir until well combined.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a slurry.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, stirring constantly. Add the cornstarch slurry and continue to stir until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency (about 1-2 minutes).
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
- Remove from heat and let the Kecap Manis cool completely to room temperature. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
- Pour the cooled Kecap Manis into a clean, sterilized bottle or jar. Store in the refrigerator. The flavor will improve over time, lasting for several months.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
686 g
Sugar
796g
Fat
0g
Carbs
71g