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Soy sauces for every dish and taste
By Qu Zhi |
September 13, 2012, Thursday
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SOY sauce is a key cooking ingredient and condiment in East Asia and Southeast Asia, and there are many different varieties to match different dishes, from dim sum to udon noodles.
The earthy, salty brown sauce of fermented soybean paste originated in China in the 2nd century BC and spread throughout Asia. Taste differs significantly and depends on ingredients (roasted grain, brine, water), fermentation methods, brewing, blending and aging.
It's made throughout Asia, including Japan, Korea, Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, Myanmar and other countries. It adds a fresh, salty flavor that highlights the dish.
Here are some picks from the City Shop.
Kikkoman Soy Sauce Premium
Origin: Japan
Price: 28.50 yuan (US$4.50)/150ml
Description: Dating from 17th century, Kikkoman has more than 100 years' experience in fermenting and brewing soy sauce, sold in more than 100 countries. The premium mellow selection is brewed from highest quality soy beans, which are not defatted and do not contain chemical seasonings. It's used in both hot and cold dishes.
Yuzu Pure Organic Brewing Soy Sauce
Origin: Japan
Price: 48 yuan (US$ 7.57)/150ml
Description: Sauce is fermented from organic soybeans and wheat plus DaiKan salt from high-quality sea water. Using traditional methods, it's brewed over a long period in fir wood barrels. Every step of the process is certified to meet Japanese Agricultural Standards, so there is no concern about quality or possible health problems for children.
Sempio Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce
Origin: South Korea
Price: 22 yuan (US$3.47)/500ml
Description: Sempio is more affordable than some Japanese soy sauces and is popular among Korean housewives. It is made of defatted soybeans and has an intense flavor. It is widely used as a condiment for Korean-style soup.
Kwong Cheong Thye Light Soya Sauce (Superior)
Origin: Singapore
Price: 43.80 yuan (US$6.91)/640g
Description: The well-known condiment manufacturer has been producing varieties of soy sauce for more than 100 years. Light soy sauce is lighter in color and saltier than dark soy sauce, which is heavier. It works with vegetables, fish and meat.
Pun Chun Supreme Dark Soy Sauce
Origin: Hong Kong
Price: 26 yuan (US$4.10)/500ml
Description: This is preferred by many people who enjoy Chinese cuisine and want high-quality, healthy ingredients. The brand was created in 1898. Dark soy sauce adds color and is usually used for simmering or pickling. It can be used for fried rice and noodles.
The earthy, salty brown sauce of fermented soybean paste originated in China in the 2nd century BC and spread throughout Asia. Taste differs significantly and depends on ingredients (roasted grain, brine, water), fermentation methods, brewing, blending and aging.
It's made throughout Asia, including Japan, Korea, Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, Myanmar and other countries. It adds a fresh, salty flavor that highlights the dish.
Here are some picks from the City Shop.
Kikkoman Soy Sauce Premium
Origin: Japan
Price: 28.50 yuan (US$4.50)/150ml
Description: Dating from 17th century, Kikkoman has more than 100 years' experience in fermenting and brewing soy sauce, sold in more than 100 countries. The premium mellow selection is brewed from highest quality soy beans, which are not defatted and do not contain chemical seasonings. It's used in both hot and cold dishes.
Yuzu Pure Organic Brewing Soy Sauce
Origin: Japan
Price: 48 yuan (US$ 7.57)/150ml
Description: Sauce is fermented from organic soybeans and wheat plus DaiKan salt from high-quality sea water. Using traditional methods, it's brewed over a long period in fir wood barrels. Every step of the process is certified to meet Japanese Agricultural Standards, so there is no concern about quality or possible health problems for children.
Sempio Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce
Origin: South Korea
Price: 22 yuan (US$3.47)/500ml
Description: Sempio is more affordable than some Japanese soy sauces and is popular among Korean housewives. It is made of defatted soybeans and has an intense flavor. It is widely used as a condiment for Korean-style soup.
Kwong Cheong Thye Light Soya Sauce (Superior)
Origin: Singapore
Price: 43.80 yuan (US$6.91)/640g
Description: The well-known condiment manufacturer has been producing varieties of soy sauce for more than 100 years. Light soy sauce is lighter in color and saltier than dark soy sauce, which is heavier. It works with vegetables, fish and meat.
Pun Chun Supreme Dark Soy Sauce
Origin: Hong Kong
Price: 26 yuan (US$4.10)/500ml
Description: This is preferred by many people who enjoy Chinese cuisine and want high-quality, healthy ingredients. The brand was created in 1898. Dark soy sauce adds color and is usually used for simmering or pickling. It can be used for fried rice and noodles.
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