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INGREDIENTSLOW-SODIUM SOY SAUCELiquid

Low-Sodium Soy Sauce

Liquid · Asian · Global

Dominant umami notes define this liquid, balancing a moderate salty profile against subtle hints of sweetness and acidity. The aroma is characterized by distinct fermented qualities, notably miso and yogurt. It features a texture derived from a blend of glutamate, ethanol, and lactic-acid, providing a balanced seasoning profile for global applications.

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01At a glance

RoleLiquid

Default yieldUse as purchased

Top cuisines

Asian

Key compounds

GlutamateEthanolLactic-Acid

02Pairs well with· 8

Complementary·Liquid

Toasted Sesame Oil

Complementary·Fat

White Miso Paste

Shared·Condiment

Bridge·Vegetable

Shared·Vegetable

Complementary·Acid

03Sensory profile

Taste· 0–10

Sweet

0.5

Salty

5.5

Sour

0.5

Bitter

0.5

Umami

8.0

Fat

0.1

Heat

0.0

Aroma· 0–10

Fermented8.7

miso · yogurt

Texture· 0–10

Juiciness5.0

Softness5.0

Density5.0

Fibrousness3.0

Crispness3.0

Chewiness3.0

04Aroma compounds· 3

Glutamate Ethanol Lactic-Acid

05Techniques that suit it

Reduce Marinate Infuse Emulsify Stir-fry

06Common forms / preps

01

Raw

Standard liquid form · finishing sauces, dipping, and seasoning soups for balanced umami without excess salinity.

02

Reduced

Simmered to evaporate water · creates a thick, syrupy glaze for coating proteins and roasted vegetables.

03

Infused

Steeped with aromatics like ginger or chili · adds complex depth to marinades and bespoke vinaigrettes.

04

Cured

Used as a brine or soak · firming egg yolks or fish for intense umami concentration and texture refinement.

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Pairs with (recipe co-occurrence)

sesame_oil0.54 shiitake_mushroom0.47 ginger0.47 oyster_sauce0.46light_soy_sauce0.45shaoxing_wine0.43 msg0.43 sichuan_peppercorn0.42

Cuisine affinity

East Asian 0.53Southeast Asian 0.47Eastern European 0.46Japanese 0.45South Asian 0.38

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Low-Sodium Soy Sauce

Liquid · Use as purchased