INDONESIAN SWEET SOY SAUCE (KECAP MANIS)
This Indonesian version of soy sauce is thicker, sweeter and more complex than what you're used to. Try sautéeing green beans with ginger and a dash of kecap manis. From EatingWell magazine, July/August 1997 and posted for ZWT6.
Provided by kitty.rock
Categories Sauces
Time 30m
Yield 1 1/3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Half-fill a large bowl with water and ice cubes and set it beside the stove.
- Combine sugar and water in a heavy 3-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve sugar. Once it starts boiling, cook without stirring until syrup turns amber, 5 to 10 minutes. Immediately set saucepan in ice water for about 30 seconds.
- Add soy sauce, star anise and garlic to cooled caramel.
- Return pan to medium-high heat and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely. Discard garlic. Transfer to a jar (sterilized if keeping longer than 1 week) and let mellow overnight in the refrigerator before using.
- Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months.
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Karen Gavel
[email protected]This kecap manis is so good! I love the sweet and savory flavor. I've been using it in all my Indonesian dishes lately and it always makes them taste amazing.
Lauretta Lativiah Otsogile
[email protected]I love this kecap manis recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavor is delicious. I've used it in several dishes already and it's always a hit.
Md mohin Md mohin
[email protected]This is the best kecap manis recipe I've ever used. It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I've been using it in all my Indonesian dishes and it always turns out perfect.
Pareli Arkian
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been wanting to make my own kecap manis for a while now, and this recipe is perfect. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.
Elizabeth Myers
[email protected]This kecap manis recipe is amazing! It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I've used it in several dishes already and it's always a hit. Highly recommend!
troy sarkozy
[email protected]I made this kecap manis last night and it was a hit with my family. They loved the sweet and savory flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
Michelle Sandhop
[email protected]This is the best kecap manis recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the flavor is perfect. I love using it in my Indonesian dishes.
THE GREAT GRELA
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The kecap manis turned out so well. I used it in a stir-fry and it was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
mandy deane
[email protected]I've been looking for a good kecap manis recipe for ages, and this one is the best I've found. It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I've used it in several dishes already and it's always a hit. Highly recommend!
Aliyah Legall
[email protected]Just made this kecap manis and it is delicious! I can't wait to try it in my favorite Indonesian dishes. Thank you for the recipe!
Mugisa Azalia
[email protected]This kecap manis recipe is a game-changer! It's so easy to make and tastes even better than store-bought. I love the rich, slightly sweet flavor it adds to dishes. I've been using it in marinades, stir-fries, and even as a dipping sauce, and it alway