Sugar Soy Sauce
What is Sugar Soy Sauce?
Sugar soy sauce is a condiment made from fermented soybeans, water, salt, and a sweetener, typically sugar. The fermentation process gives soy sauce its characteristic umami flavor and dark color. Sugar is added to balance the saltiness and add a touch of sweetness.
Is Sugar Soy Sauce vegan?
Sugar Soy Sauce is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sugar Soy Sauce gluten-free?
It does not typically contain gluten unless wheat is an ingredient in the specific formulation.
Is Sugar Soy Sauce a major allergen?
Soy sauce is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Sugar Soy Sauce used for?
Manufacturers add sugar soy sauce for its savory, salty, and slightly sweet flavor profile, which enhances the taste of many dishes.
Is Sugar Soy Sauce safe?
Soy sauce, including sugar soy sauce, is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add sugar soy sauce for its savory, salty, and slightly sweet flavor profile, which enhances the taste of many dishes. It is commonly used as a dipping sauce, marinade, or ingredient in stir-fries, noodles, and rice dishes.
Health notes
Soy sauce, including sugar soy sauce, is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use. Excessive sodium intake from soy sauce can contribute to high blood pressure, a concern for overall cardiovascular health. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting sodium intake. JECFA has evaluated soy sauce and established acceptable limits for certain components.
Allergen info
Soy sauce is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not typically contain gluten unless wheat is an ingredient in the specific formulation.
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