Chinese Soy Sauce

Chinese soy sauce is a traditional fermented condiment made from soybeans, wheat, water, and salt. It is a fundamental ingredient of Chinese cuisine and an essential component of Asian cooking in general. It has a pronounced salty, umami-rich flavour and a dark brown colour. It is used for marinating meat, as a base for sauces, in soups and stir-fries, or directly as a dipping sauce. It comes in light and dark varieties, light soy sauce is saltier and ideal for seasoning, while dark soy sauce is thicker, less salty, and adds colour to dishes. It is indispensable in any Asian pantry.