Soy Sauce Substitute Recipe

Craving soy sauce but watching your sodium intake? This easy recipe, adapted from the Spring 2007 edition of *Cooking for Two*, creates a delicious and healthier soy sauce substitute in just 10 minutes! Perfect for adding umami flavor to your favorite dishes without the guilt. This homemade version is surprisingly close to the real thing, offering a fantastic alternative for mindful cooking.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 177.6 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.8 (13 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Soy Sauce Substitute

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How to Make Soy Sauce Substitute

  1. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of boiling water and 1/2 cup of low-sodium vegetable bouillon.
  2. Stir in 1/4 cup mirin, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil.
  3. Whisk until the sugar and brown sugar are completely dissolved.
  4. Pour the mixture into a clean jar with a tight-fitting lid.
  5. Store in the refrigerator. Shake well before each use to redistribute the ingredients.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

64 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

11g

Carbs

3g