Seasoning
Tamari Soy Sauce
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⚠️ soybeans
What is it?
A thick, dark soy sauce made mostly from soybeans. It uses little or no wheat. Many brands are gluten-free, but check the label.
Substitution Guide
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Best Substitute
Koikuchi soy sauce (not gluten-free)
It is thinner and a little saltier. Use a bit less for the same taste.
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Acceptable
Coconut aminos (gluten-free and soy-free)
It is safe for most allergy diets. It tastes sweeter, so cut back on sugar.
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NEVER Use
Chinese dark soy sauce
It is thick with molasses and much sweeter. It adds color but the wrong flavor.
Related Ingredients
👨👧 Parent Type
Soy Sauce (Koikuchi)👯 Siblings (Same Type)
Did you know?
🔬Tamari comes from the region around Nagoya. It began as the liquid pooled on top of miso. It has about 12.8 g of salt per 100 g.
Sensory Profile
Deep, almost black, and slightly thick. Rich umami with a softer salt edge than koikuchi.
