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Ultimate Guide to Taiwanese Soy Sauce — Singapore Edition 1. What Makes Taiwanese Soy Sauce Unique? Feature Description Sweet-Savory Balance Often includes cane sugar or malt for a naturally sweeter finish Traditionally Brewed Many brands still use clay pots and sunlight fermentation Rich Umami & Color Often darker and thicker than Japanese shoyu, but milder than Chinese dark soy Minimal Additives High-end brands skip preservatives, MSG, or colorants Rice-based Fermentation Some regional brews use rice alongside soybeans and wheat for added complexity 2. Types of Taiwanese Soy Sauce Type Characteristics Best Uses Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce (純釀造醬油) Soybeans, wheat, water, salt; fermented for months All-purpose seasoning Sweet Soy Sauce (甜醬油) Cane sugar or malt syrup added Dipping, drizzle on tofu, dumplings Black Bean Soy Sauce (黑豆醬油) Made from black soybeans Intense flavor, used in braising Thickened Soy Paste (醬油膏) Soy sauce + starch + sugar Pour over rice, braised pork, eggs Aged Soy Sauce (老釀醬油) Fermented for 1–2 years Premium dipping or slow-cooked dishes 3. Recommended Taiwanese Soy Sauce Brands (Available in SG) Brand Star Product Notes Where to Buy Wan Ja Shan 萬家香 Organic Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce Certified USDA Organic, clean flavor RedMart, Shopee, SuperNature Kimlan 金蘭 Superior Light Soy Sauce Balanced, versatile, affordable FairPrice, Sheng Siong, RedMart Haday 台灣海底醬園 Black Bean Soy Sauce Strong umami and depth Shopee (imported) Wu-Mu Soy Sauce 無木醬油 Artisanal aged soy Small-batch, handcrafted Specialty stores, Shopee (Taiwan importers) Chuan Hsiang 川香醬油 Thick soy paste (醬油膏) Common in street snacks and braised dishes Shopee, Taiwanese marts 4. Taiwanese Soy Sauce in Singaporean Cooking Singapore Dish Taiwanese Soy Sauce Alternative Hainanese Chicken Rice Naturally brewed Taiwanese light soy (Wan Ja Shan) Soy Sauce Eggs (滷蛋) Black bean or aged soy (Kimlan or Haday) Char Kway Teow Add a splash of thick soy paste for caramel flavor Steamed Tofu Drizzle sweet soy or 醬油膏 Noodles (dry) Soy paste + vinegar + garlic = perfect dressing 5. Where to Buy in Singapore Store Selection RedMart / Lazada / Shopee Wan Ja Shan, Kimlan, imported black bean sauces SuperNature (Forum The Shopping Mall) Organic soy sauces from Taiwan Sheng Siong / FairPrice Kimlan products, occasional promotions Taiwanese Grocery Stores (e.g. online stalls on Shopee or Facebook) Chuan Hsiang, Haday, and soy paste varieties 6. Pro Tips Look for 純釀造 (pure brewed) on labels — indicates traditional fermentation. Avoid bottles with 焦糖色素 (caramel coloring) or 防腐劑 (preservatives) unless it’s for budget options. Pair soy sauce paste (醬油膏) with Taiwanese minced pork rice (滷肉飯) or Taiwanese sausages.
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1. What Is Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce? Naturally brewed (fermented) soy sauce is made through a time-intensive fermentation of soybeans, wheat, salt, and water, typically aged from 6 months to 3 years. It avoids chemical hydrolysis, artificial additives, or shortcuts. Look for these on labels: “Naturally Brewed” “Fermented Soy Sauce” “No MSG / No Preservatives” Short ingredient list (just 4 ingredients) 2. Key Benefits of Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce Benefit Why It Matters Complex Umami Long fermentation develops depth and savoriness Fewer Additives Better for health-conscious cooking Versatile Suitable for cooking, dipping, and marinating Better Aroma & Balance No harsh saltiness or chemical bitterness 3. Top Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce Brands in Singapore Brand Origin Star Product Where to Buy Notes Kikkoman Naturally Brewed Japan Regular or Organic Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce Don Don Donki, Cold Storage, FairPrice Widely available, reliable Kwong Cheong Thye Singapore Premium Naturally Fermented Soy Sauce Geylang flagship, NTUC, RedMart Local heritage, family-run Tai Hua Singapore Naturally Brewed Light Soy Sauce Sheng Siong, RedMart Traditional method, affordable Yuasa Soy Sauce Japan Wooden Barrel-Aged Shoyu Meidi-Ya, Tokyu Hands, specialty importers Premium, 2+ years aged Shibanuma Japan 3-Year Brewed Soy Sauce Isetan Scotts, RedMart (limited) Small-batch, complex umami Wan Ja Shan Organic Taiwan Organic Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce SuperNature, Shopee Certified organic, zero additives 4. How to Identify a Genuine Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce Check What to Look For Ingredients Soybeans, wheat, salt, water (nothing else) Label Terms “Naturally Brewed,” “Traditionally Fermented,” “Aged” Avoid Hydrolyzed protein, E numbers, caramel color (E150a) Smell Should be aromatic, not sharp or chemical Taste Balanced saltiness, umami-rich, slightly sweet aftertaste 5. Best Uses for Naturally Brewed Soy Sauce Use Case Recommended Style Dipping Sauce Premium light soy (Yuasa, KCT, Shibanuma) Marinades / Stir-Fries Kikkoman, Tai Hua, Wan Ja Shan Sashimi or Tofu Yuasa, Ponzu-style naturally brewed soy Claypot / Braised Dishes Dark naturally brewed (Lee Kum Kee “Selected” or KCT) Health-Conscious Cooking Wan Ja Shan Organic, Kikkoman Less Salt (Naturally Brewed) 6. Where to Buy in Singapore NTUC FairPrice / Sheng Siong: Kikkoman, Tai Hua, KCT (basic lines) Meidi-Ya / Isetan Scotts / Don Don Donki: Yuasa, Shibanuma, premium Japanese shoyu RedMart / Shopee / Lazada: Full range, including organic or imported small-batch brews Kwong Cheong Thye (Geylang): Buy directly from the source, wide range of premium lines.