What is a substitute for light soy sauce?

Table of Contents:

1. What is a substitute for light soy sauce?
2. Is dark soy sauce and sweet soy sauce the same?
3. What makes a good soy sauce?
4. How do you cook with soy sauce?
5. Why is soy sauce used in cooking?

What is a substitute for light soy sauce?

Light soy sauce substitutes Here are my favorite substitutes for light soy sauce that work for most recipes: Worcestershire sauce. Tamari sauce: A gluten-free alternative to soy sauce. Hoisin sauce: You may have to thin it out with some water.

Is dark soy sauce and sweet soy sauce the same?

Thick (Sweet) Soy Sauce Commonly used in stir & dipping, it's a completely different taste from light soy sauce, thick dark soy sauce is very commonly used in Singaporean dishes like Char Kway Teow & Black Carrot Cake. Sweet soy sauce is also used as a dipping sauce for many chinese dishes, like Hainanese Chicken Rice.

What makes a good soy sauce?

Naturally brewed soy sauce is fermented for months or longer. "The best soy sauce is actually two years or older," Young said. Chemical or non-brewed soy sauce is produced quickly within days, a mixture of hydrolized soy protein and flavorings such as corn syrup and caramel.

How do you cook with soy sauce?

Soy sauce can be used in a marinade or braising liquid for meat or added when cooking stews or soups. It is not affected by heat during cooking and can add brown color. In stir-fries, it is usually added to the vegetables before the noodles are added, but more can be added at any time in the cooking process.

Why is soy sauce used in cooking?

Soy sauce is a versatile storecupboard ingredient, either added to dishes during cooking or used as a table condiment. It makes a great marinade or can be splashed into stews or used in sauces for meat and vegetables.