Soy Sauces

Light soy sauce - As the name implies, this is light in colour, but it is full of flavour and is the preferable choice for cooking. It is saltier than dark soy sauce. It is known by Chinese or Asian grocers as Superior Soy.

Dark soy sauce - This sauce is aged for much longer than light soy sauce, hence its darker, almost black colour. It is slightly thicker and stronger than light soy sauce and is more suitable for stews. I prefer it to light soy as a dipping sauce. It is known by Asian or Chinese grocers as Soy Superior Sauce. I like that: both versions are ‘superior’.