Healthy Food Database

Kecap Manis
Often referred to as sweet soy sauce, kecap manis is a thick, syrupy sauce originating in Indonesia. It is sweetened with palm sugar and usually seasoned with garlic and star anise.
Category: Condiment
In Season: all year
To Buy:
Be careful of any preservatives or flavour enhancers in some commercial brands.
To Store:
Store indefinitely in a dark place or pantry.
Tips & Tricks:
Those with a gluten intolerance should be careful- many varieties contain wheat or gluten additives.
Cooking Tips:
Use as a dipping sauce or marinade.

Nutrition per 1 Tablespoon:

Energy (kJ):
33
High GI > 70 :
Fat (g):
0.0
Amines:
High
Glutamates:
Artificial
Carbohydrates, g:
1.7
Protein (g):
0.2
Sodium:
Salicylates:
Very high

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

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* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.

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