What Is Shoyu?
Soy sauce, a thin, umber liquid that’s popular to use with stir-fries, dipping sauces, and sushi, originated in China centuries ago. There, the condiment was usually 100 percent soy, with no other ingredients. The fermentation process introduces the rich flavor and intense salinity that’s associated with the sauce.
When soy sauce was introduced in Japan, however, the recipe changed to equal parts soybeans and wheat. Brewing the beans with wheat adds a subtly sweet flavor that’s less harsh and more rounded. This Japanese-style soy sauce is called shoyu.
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