It is aged for a longer period than Chinese light soy sauce, resulting in a richer flavor and darker colour.Īnother significant difference between Chinese and Japanese soy is the presence of additives. Japanese soy sauce is made by fermenting a mixture of soybeans and wheat, then blending it with koji, a type of fungus, and salt. It is also used in cooking to add flavor to soups, stews, and marinades, like this Nasu Dengaku (Miso Aubergine). Japanese soy sauce is primarily used in dipping sauces for sushi, sashimi, and tempura in Japanese cuisine. Sometimes mirin can be added, a sweet rice wine, resulting in a sweeter taste. In contrast, Japanese soy sauce, or shoyu, is thinner and darker in color than Chinese light soy sauce. It is then blended with brine and aged for a shorter period than dark soy sauce, resulting in a lighter colour and saltier taste. Chinese light soy sauce is made by fermenting equal parts of soybeans and wheat. It is thin, salty, and has a lighter color compared to the Japanese version.Ĭhinese light soy sauce is primarily used for seasoning and marinating (like in this Chinese Jackfruit or Chinese Curry recipe) and also used as a dipping sauce for dumplings and other appetizers in Chinese cuisines. The most commonly used soy sauce in Chinese cuisine is the light variety.
While both China and Japan produce soy sauce, there are some significant differences between the two in terms of taste, color, and usage.Ĭhinese soy sauce can be broadly categorized into two types: light and dark (as above). Difference between Chinese and Japanese soy sauce Dark soy sauce also has a stronger soy flavor than light. Dark soy sauce is often used as much for adding colour to dishes, as it is for flavour. Light has around 7%, whereas dark has around 9%. While dark soy sauce has a sweeter flavour, it does still contain more sodium than light soy sauce. It's often used in Asian style cooking, including Japanese cooking and Chinese cooking.ĭark soy sauce on the other hand has a thicker consistency and a richer, sweeter flavour (which makes it quite a good kecap manis substitute when mixed with water and sugar). Light soy sauce is thinner in consistency and lighter in colour than dark soy sauce, and has a milder and saltier taste. 🍶 The difference between light and dark soy sauce It's also a great ingredient for making dipping sauces for dumplings or delicious Asian-style salad dressings, like this Gado Gado. It's used in everything from curries (like our Thai green curry), to fried rice (like our nasi goreng), and from ramens (like this tantan ramen) to stir fries (like our Szechuan tofu).
If a recipe calls for regular soy sauce, all purpose soy sauce, or just 'soy sauce', it's referring to light soy sauce. It's the most common soy sauce and is used in many recipes. It's a savory sauce made by fermenting soybeans and is a great seasoning or flavor enhancer. Soy sauce is a staple ingredient in many Asian cooking styles and is used to add flavour and saltiness to dishes. 👩🍳 The best substitutes for light soy sauce.🍶 The difference between light and dark soy sauce.
So, don't let a missing ingredient get in the way of creating a delicious meal – there are plenty of soy sauce alternatives to save the day.
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Have you run out of soy sauce? We'll tell you all the best (and worst) light soy sauce substitutes, including gluten free and soy free alternatives in this article.
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