@samlowcooks: Ep 94 | Soy Sauce (revised) – HOW TO SHOP AT YOUR LOCAL ASIAN GROCER Before soy sauce, there was jiang, the original fermented paste condiment in China, made from grains, beans, and meat. Soy sauce evolved as the liquid byproduct of this fermentation process, eventually becoming the essential seasoning we know today. There’s no single “best” soy sauce, each type has a purpose. Light soy sauce varies hugely in quality and is primarily used for seasoning. In general, the more expensive ones are better for raw or finishing applications, while cheaper to mid-range versions are great for everyday cooking. Dark soy sauce is mainly for colour and depth, and only used in small amounts. You’ll also find seasoned soy sauces, as well as sweetened and thickened soy sauces, kecap manis, and thick soy pastes, each bringing their own flavour, sweetness, and texture to different dishes. It takes a bit of trial and error (that’s part of the fun). I usually keep 3–5 different soy sauces in my pantry at all times, from budget to premium, light, dark, and seasoned. Drop your favourite soy sauces or brands below, I’m always keen to try new ones! 🎥 Filmed at Jadan, Dominion Rd, Mt Roskill, Auckland, New Zealand. #soysauce #howtoshop #asiangrocer #shoppingguide #modernchinese

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ofthevalleyandthesea
Laurie :
What about soy sauce vs tamari?
2026-01-13 02:44:20
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v.cosmia
𝖈𝖔𝖘𝖒𝖎𝖆 :
I want to know how they “magically” came up w soy sauce. I know it was a lot of work and thought, i crave to know more of the story.
2026-01-13 10:30:37
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dizzbotbizzbot
dizzbotbizzbot :
It's almost weird how many times I've learned that a food I love is a product of mold, rotting, and sitting in an open barrel outside for extended lengths of time.
2026-01-13 04:36:23
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kyle_weiss
Kyle Weiss :
I found a mushroom dark soy sauce recently and adds not only that dark, deep color but that extra layer of flavor: the duck wings I braised came out just lovely 😁
2026-01-13 07:31:24
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fishing.tank
Caitie :
Do you know of any artisanal soy sauces that are gluten free? I’ve recently had to switch and kikkoman is the only sauce I can find reliably and it breaks my heart. 🥺
2026-01-13 02:35:46
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catzinatrenchcoat
catzinatrenchcoat :
have you done sesame oil yet?????
2026-01-13 13:59:52
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wwreconstructing
Helen Anne :
If wheat is added to Mae soy sauce, is it not gluten free???
2026-03-16 23:06:27
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hrhsassypants
hrhsassypants :
I think a lot of people (at least in the USA) also mistake light soy sauce for "lite", which is low sodium. They don't realize light is often saltier.
2026-01-13 20:07:15
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tybrook18
tybrook :
Brotha it’s gotttttta be the pearl river soy sauce. Perfect everyday soy my lord is it better than kikoman
2026-01-13 08:00:52
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cann1972
Hodgpodgities :
It’s fascinating how people came up with this thousands of years ago.
2026-01-14 01:31:20
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hypetrainletsgo
Hype Train :
I saw those giant urns in Korea and had no idea it was soy sauce inside
2026-01-13 04:30:05
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smotherinferior
Mother Inferior :
This ep was fascinating! I love all your educationals but obviously soy sauce is dear to my heart!
2026-01-13 08:07:38
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mindy.jones4
TheGreatJones :
I learned to brew my own soy sauce using koji spores, soy beans, wheat, and brine. I let that ferment for two years and drain it. I don't pasteurize it though.
2026-01-14 08:48:04
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g3tfvck3d0nldtrump
g3tfvck3d0nldtrump :
Your content 10/10
2026-01-13 02:05:31
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wintermay__
kathy :
would the hydrolyzed light soy sauce potentially be lower in histamine given that it isnt traditionally fermented? i just know that fermented foods can be difficult for those with histamine sensitive conditions such as MCAS
2026-01-13 05:07:50
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kwafuraha
Kwafuraha :
and here I thought - there is no difference in one or the other - soy sauce is soy sauce. Thank you for sharing... will start reading the labels. 😎
2026-01-16 01:21:48
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jessbohl51
Jessbohl51 :
Thank you for sharing your vast knowledge! You have helped me navigate my local store alot easier.❤❤
2026-01-13 02:33:02
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clebeachcomber
clebeachcomber :
Is there a difference between dark soy sauce an black soy sauce?
2026-01-13 03:45:48
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rhi.lee.tired
Rhi Lee Tired - 🥄🌻🏳️‍⚧️ :
the ABC Kecap Manis is a staple in my very very white Aussie family's pantry. goes great with so many things. you're so right though, it is very addictive 🤣
2026-01-13 09:29:47
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araara8325
AraAra! :
Love your content!
2026-01-14 02:56:29
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backdimplebaby
Lyla🖤 :
Thank you sir
2026-01-13 16:56:25
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crunchyberry80
CrunchyBerry :
Love love your videos! I have learned so much from you! ♥️
2026-01-13 03:37:27
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abuelita08
ABUELITA :
I’ve watched a lot of your videos. Have you touched on sauces titled “seasoning sauce” as opposed to seasoned soy sauce? For example, my FAV is the golden mountain brand and I use it for everything. I find it to be super versatile but I’ve always wondered what the difference is.
2026-01-14 02:54:27
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aprilhinklejohnson
April Hinkle-Johnson :
I've wondered for years about light vs dark soy sauce. thank you!
2026-01-13 03:37:38
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suleeei1010
Su-Leee :
I do respect all the other countries that make soy sauce but my favorite ones we’ll always be Chinese ones ! ✌
2026-01-13 03:58:36
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