Brewed Soy Sauce
What is Brewed Soy Sauce?
Brewed soy sauce is a liquid condiment made by fermenting soybeans and wheat with water and salt. This traditional brewing process, which can take several months, creates its distinctive savory (umami) flavor and dark color.
Is Brewed Soy Sauce vegan?
Brewed Soy Sauce is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Brewed Soy Sauce a major allergen?
Brewed soy sauce contains two of the nine major FDA allergens: soy and wheat.
What is Brewed Soy Sauce used for?
Manufacturers add brewed soy sauce primarily for its rich, savory, and salty flavor, known as umami.
Is Brewed Soy Sauce safe?
Brewed soy sauce is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add brewed soy sauce primarily for its rich, savory, and salty flavor, known as umami. It is a common ingredient in marinades, sauces, dressings, and many processed foods like snacks, soups, and prepared meals to enhance taste.
Health notes
Brewed soy sauce is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used as a food ingredient. The primary health consideration for soy sauce is its high sodium content. The FDA's Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg per day, and consuming too much sodium can contribute to high blood pressure.
Allergen info
Brewed soy sauce contains two of the nine major FDA allergens: soy and wheat.
Foods that contain Brewed Soy Sauce
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