What is Shoyu? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Shoyu?

Shoyu is a Japanese soy sauce. Traditional Chinese soy sauces used to be made only from soybeans, when it was introduced to Japan wheat was added, giving it a subtly sweet and mellow flavor. Shoyu is brown with a thin viscosity and intensely salty flavor with a sweet edge. Shoyu ranges from light to dark in color and intensity of taste. It is used as a condiment to flavor savory dishes.

What does Shoyu Taste Like?

Salty

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Umami

Ingredients

water

Water is a substance and chemical compound made up of hydrogen and oxygen. It is clear, fluid, flavorless and odorless. Water is a necessity in nearly every aspect of life, including cooking, baking and hydrating the human body. Water can be served as a cold beverage, or at any temperature comfortable to the mouth and skin.

soybeans

Mature soybeans are harvested once the pod has grown for roughly 100 days and the bean becomes dry. Soybeans are small and round with a creamy golden-tan color. They are a legume and extremely versatile. Soybeans are used to make tofu, flour, oil, sauces and much more. The dry soybean is hard until cooked. The flavor is bland and mild.

wheat flour

Wheat flour is a product made by finely milling wheat grains until they form a powder-like substance. Wheat flour is denser than powder and comes as whole wheat flour; a semi-dense flour with a beige color and full flavor. All- purpose flour is refined, white, lighter in texture and more bland in flavor. There are other varieties of wheat flour with these two being the most common. The flavor is mild and nutty. Wheat flour is used in the making of a huge number of foods across all cuisines. It is used as a binder as well as the basis for breads, baked goods and coating for breaded meats and vegetables. It is used in sauces and even some candies.

salt

Salt is a mineral composed mostly of sodium chloride. It is the main flavoring used in food and is naturally occurring in certain foods, such as cheese, beets, meat and celery, plus many others. Salt is white and has finer granules than sugar. Many commercial salts include iodide, while others exclude it. Most salts are white, while some are naturally pale pink with minerals. Salt brings out the flavor of something and can create a tangy mouthfeel, if used in excess.

Shoyu Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 fl oz30g

fl oz

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	16kcal	1%
Fats	0g	0%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	0g	0%
Trans fats	0g	0%
Carbs	2g	2%
Sugars	0g	0%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	2g	8%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	1648mg	205%

Healthy Level

Unhealthy Level

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KISHIBORI SHOYU 12.2 fl oz(360ml). Pure artisan Japanese soy sauce. All natural barrel aged 1 year unadulterated and without preservatives

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Aloha Shoyu - Original Blend Soy Sauce - Sweet and Light Profile - Made in Hawaii - 24 oz. Bottle

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Kishibori Shoyu - Premium Artisinal Japanese Soy Sauce, Unadulterated and without preservatives Barrel Aged 1 Year - 1 bottle - 24 fl oz

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Ohsawa Nama Shoyu, Organic and Aged in 150 Year Cedar Kegs for Extra Flavor - Japanese Soy Sauce, Non-GMO, Vegan, Kosher - 32 oz

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HAKU Mizunara Whiskey Barrel Aged Shoyu Soy Sauce (750 ml) - Authentic Japanese Artisanal Umami Seasoning Dark Sauce - Traditional Gourmet Dip Sauce & Marinade for Sushi, Meat, Rice & Asian Cuisines

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Yamaroku Shoyu Pure Artisan Dark Sweet Japanese Premium Gourmet Barrel Aged 4 Year Soy Sauce "Tsuru Bisiho", 18oz (532ml) (18oz, 1)… (1 Pack)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Shoyu?

1 fl oz of Shoyu contains 2 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Shoyu?

1 fl oz of Shoyu contains 2 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Shoyu?

1 fl oz of Shoyu contains 0 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Shoyu?

1 fl oz of Shoyu contains 0 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 fl oz of Shoyu?

There are 16 calories in 1 fl oz of Shoyu.

How many calories are in 1 Tablespoon of Shoyu?

There are 8 calories in 1 Tablespoon of Shoyu.

How many calories are in 1 Teaspoon of Shoyu?

There are 3 calories in 1 Teaspoon of Shoyu.

How many calories are in 1 Cup of Shoyu?

There are 135 calories in 1 Cup of Shoyu.

How many calories are in 1 Individual packet of Shoyu?

There are 5 calories in 1 Individual packet of Shoyu.