Kecap Manis Sweet Soy Sauce Recipe

Elevate your Asian cooking with this incredibly easy homemade Kecap Manis recipe! This intensely flavorful sweet soy sauce is far superior to store-bought versions and surprisingly simple to make. Learn how to create a rich, deep, and subtly sweet condiment perfect for stir-fries, marinades, dipping sauces, and more. Make a batch today and enjoy the satisfying results!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 942.4 kcal
Protein 62g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kecap Manis Sweet Soy Sauce

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How to Make Kecap Manis Sweet Soy Sauce

  1. 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.
  2. Once caramelized, carefully whisk in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir until well combined.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a slurry.
  4. 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).
  5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Remove from heat and let the Kecap Manis cool completely to room temperature. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
  7. 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

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