Soy Sauce Mater
What is Soy Sauce Mater?
Soy sauce is a dark, salty liquid condiment made from fermented soybeans, wheat, salt, and water. The process involves brewing the soybeans and wheat, then allowing them to ferment with yeast and mold cultures for several months. This fermentation develops its characteristic umami flavor and deep brown color.
Is Soy Sauce Mater vegan?
Soy Sauce Mater is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Soy Sauce Mater gluten-free?
It also contains gluten from the wheat.
Is Soy Sauce Mater a major allergen?
Soy sauce contains soy and wheat, which are two of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Soy Sauce Mater used for?
Soy sauce is primarily used to add a savory, salty, and umami flavor to a wide variety of dishes.
Is Soy Sauce Mater safe?
Soy sauce is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Soy sauce is primarily used to add a savory, salty, and umami flavor to a wide variety of dishes. It is a staple in Asian cuisine, often used as a dipping sauce, marinade, or seasoning for stir-fries, noodles, rice dishes, and sushi. Manufacturers use it to enhance the overall flavor profile of many processed foods.
Health notes
Soy sauce is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is high in sodium, and the FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg per day. Consuming high amounts of sodium can contribute to elevated blood pressure in some individuals. The WHO recommends limiting sodium intake. JECFA has evaluated soy sauce and found no safety concerns at typical consumption levels.
Allergen info
Soy sauce contains soy and wheat, which are two of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It also contains gluten from the wheat. Consumers with allergies to soy or wheat, or celiac disease, should avoid soy sauce.
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