Soy Sauce Substitute

Recreate the bold, umami flavor of soy sauce with this easy and versatile homemade Soy Sauce Substitute! Perfect for those with dietary restrictions or simply looking for a pantry-friendly alternative, this recipe combines beef or vegetable broth, molasses, apple cider vinegar, and a medley of spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and ground ginger. Simmered to perfection in just 15 minutes, this dark and savory sauce is both gluten-free and customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you're whipping up a stir-fry, marinating meats, or adding depth to soups and stews, this soy sauce alternative delivers all the flavor with none of the hassle. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to two weeks—shake and use as needed!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Beef or vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons Molasses
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 pinch Black pepper
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the beef or vegetable broth, molasses, apple cider vinegar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, black pepper, and water.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent the spices from settling at the bottom.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes or until it reduces slightly and becomes darker in color.

Step 5

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if needed, such as adding a pinch more salt or molasses to suit your preference.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Step 7

Pour the soy sauce substitute into an airtight jar or bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Step 8

Shake the jar lightly before each use as some of the spices may settle at the bottom.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(521.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	81.5

Total Fat 0.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3237.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 10.2g
Protein 2.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 70.4mg	0%
Iron 1.1mg	0%
Potassium 396.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 7.6%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 80.8%