Kecap Manis (Indonesian Sweet Soy Sauce) Recipe
Servings: 3
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 c. Sugar
- 21 ounce Soy sauce, Chinese dark - 2 3/4 c.
- 3 x Cloves Garlic, Mashed
- 1/2 tsp Star Anise pods
- 2 x Salam leaves
- 2 piece Laos (galangal)
- 1/2 c. Water
Directions
- 1. Carmelize the sugar in a saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently.
- When sugar has melted, add in the soy sauce & all the other ingredients.
- 2. Bring to a boil, & stir till the sugar has dissolved completely. Cook over low heat for 10 min.
- 3. Allow this somewhat thickened syrup to cold, & pour it into one or possibly more bottles. Author says not to strain the sauce as believes the garlic, anise, salam & laos continue to provide flavor. Keeps for several months refrigerated.
- Makes about 2 3/4 c.. Notes: can often purchase this, sometimes under "Conimex" label, Ketjap Benteng Manis.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 407g | |
| Recipe makes 3 servings | |
| Calories 754 | |
| Calories from Fat 1 | 0% |
| Total Fat 0.09g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.02g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 11189mg | 466% |
| Potassium 444mg | 13% |
| Total Carbs 182.6g | 49% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.6g | 5% |
| Sugars 169.92g | 113% |
| Protein 12.63g | 20% |
