Soy sauce is the umami backbone of much Asian cooking — salty, savory, and deep. Whether you ran out mid-recipe or need a dietary swap, here are the best substitutes for soy sauce, with exact amounts.
Use: 1:1 for 1 tbsp soy sauce
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Gluten-free; slightly richer.
Use: 1:1 for 1 tbsp soy sauce
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Sweeter and less salty.
Use: 1:1 for 1 tbsp soy sauce
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Different spice notes; contains anchovy.
The best all-round substitute is Tamari: use 1:1 for 1 tbsp soy sauce. Swap directly. Gluten-free; slightly richer.
Yes. Use 1:1 for 1 tbsp soy sauce. Swap directly. Sweeter and less salty.
Vegan options: Tamari, Coconut aminos.
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