Soy Sauce Solids

Soy sauce solids are the concentrated, dried components of soy sauce. They are produced by removing water from liquid soy sauce, often through spray-drying or vacuum evaporation, leaving behind a powder or granular form.

Manufacturers use soy sauce solids to impart the savory, umami flavor of soy sauce in a dry format. They are commonly found in seasoning mixes, rubs, marinades, snack foods, and processed meats where a concentrated soy sauce taste is desired without adding liquid.

Soy sauce solids are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring ingredient. They are a concentrated source of sodium, and high sodium intake is linked to increased blood pressure in some individuals. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated soy sauce and its components.