{"id":"recipe_3d2c2cab6c","slug":"traditional-homemade-soy-sauce-jiangyou","title":"Traditional Homemade Soy Sauce (Jiangyou)","description":"A traditional, deep-red fermented sauce made from soybeans and wheat, offering a complex umami profile essential for East Asian cuisine.","serves":100,"time":{"prepMinutes":120,"cookMinutes":180,"totalMinutes":259500,"activeMinutes":300},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g dried soybeans","name":"Soybeans","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"dried","notes":"Whole yellow soybeans","group":"Primary","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"500g whole wheat kernels","name":"Wheat","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"whole kernels","notes":"Hard red or white wheat","group":"Primary","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"250g sea salt","name":"Sea Salt","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":8.8,"usUnit":"oz","form":"granules","notes":"Sea salt","group":"Brine","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 liters filtered water","name":"Water","quantity":2,"unit":"l","usQuantity":2.1,"usUnit":"qt","form":"filtered","notes":"Chlorine-free","group":"Brine","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"5g Aspergillus oryzae (Koji starter)","name":"Koji Starter","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.18,"usUnit":"oz","form":"powder","notes":"Also known as Koji-kin","group":"Primary","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Rinse the soybeans (1.1 lb) thoroughly and soak in water for 12-16 hours until doubled in size.","group":"Preparation","title":"Rinse the soybeans thoroughly","timerMinutes":960,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Boil the soaked soybeans in a large pot for about 3 hours at 100°C (212°F) or until they can be easily crushed between two fingers. Drain and let cool.","group":"Cooking","title":"Boil the soaked soybeans","timerMinutes":180,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a dry pan, roast the wheat kernels (1.1 lb) until dark golden brown and aromatic. Coarsely crack them using a blender or mortar and pestle.","group":"Cooking","title":"Roast the wheat kernels","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Mix the cooked soybeans and cracked wheat together. When the mixture reaches 30°C (86°F), sprinkle the Koji starter (0.18 oz) over it and mix well.","group":"Inoculation","title":"Mix the cooked soybeans and cracked wheat together","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Inoculation"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Spread the mixture onto a tray and keep in a warm, humid environment (about 30°C/86°F) for 48-72 hours until the grains are covered in a fuzzy white or light green mold.","group":"Fermentation","title":"Spread the mixture","timerMinutes":4320,"sourceTitle":"Fermentation"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Dissolve sea salt (8.8 oz) in filtered water (2.1 qt) to create a brine. Combine the molded grain mixture with the brine in a large sterilized ceramic or glass jar.","group":"Aging","title":"Dissolve sea salt","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Aging"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Cover the jar with a breathable cloth and store in a sunny spot. Ferment for at least 6 months, stirring once a day for the first week, then once a week thereafter.","group":"Aging","title":"Cover the jar with a breathable cloth and store","timerMinutes":259200,"sourceTitle":"Aging"},{"id":"instruction-8","text":"After aging, strain the mixture through a heavy cloth or press to extract the liquid. Boil the raw soy sauce briefly to pasteurize, then bottle and store.","group":"Finishing","title":"Strain the mixture through a heavy cloth or press","timerMinutes":45,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Authentic soy sauce requires patience. The quality of the water and the mold (koji) is critical. Use sea salt for the best mineral depth.","cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Chinese","Japanese","Korean"]},"course":["sauce"],"cookingMethod":["boil","noCook","roast"],"equipment":["Large cooking pot","Sterilized fermentation jar","Linen straining cloth","Roasting pan","Baking trays"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","low_fat","dairy_free"],"allergens":["soy","wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"hard","yield":{"amount":1.5,"unit":"l","note":"Approximate liquid yield after pressing"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This sauce is designed to be made months in advance through fermentation."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in a cool, dark place or refrigerate to maintain optimal flavor profile.","reheatingNotes":"Typically used cold or during the cooking process."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_3d2c2cab6c%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=0e4cae69-68d3-453c-832f-bc135ed10214","imageAlt":"Traditional Homemade Soy Sauce (Jiangyou) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["fermented","soy sauce","umami","condiment","traditional chinese","homemade","east asian sauce"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Traditional Homemade Soy Sauce (Jiangyou)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T20:07:03.061Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T20:07:03.061Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_83e4467100","slug":"hoisin-sauce","title":"Hoisin Sauce","description":"A rich, savory, and sweet East Asian condiment perfect for glazing meats, dipping, or enhancing stir-fries.","serves":16,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Chinese","Cantonese"]},"course":["sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","dairy_free","egg_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_83e4467100%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=cd54aa27-ba7a-4547-b221-fc501d61746c","imageAlt":"Hoisin Sauce — recipe cover","tags":["hoisin","condiment","stir-fry","dipping sauce","savory","sweet"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":9,"stepCount":3},{"id":"recipe_7ae437116a","slug":"homemade-teriyaki-sauce","title":"Homemade Teriyaki Sauce","description":"A classic, glossy East Asian glaze that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors for marinating or stir-frying.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Japanese"]},"course":["sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","dairy_free","nut_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_7ae437116a%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f066700d-234b-463f-88ad-d0d0d8bb6834","imageAlt":"Homemade Teriyaki Sauce — recipe cover","tags":["teriyaki","sauce","japanese","glaze","marinade","sweet and savory"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":4},{"id":"recipe_99aecbe9a5","slug":"miso-tare","title":"Miso Tare","description":"A rich, savory, and versatile Japanese miso-based sauce perfect for dipping, glazing, or enhancing stir-fries.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Japanese"]},"course":["sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","dairy_free","nut_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_99aecbe9a5%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=a365105d-a14c-4b5e-b32f-73b10fcdee31","imageAlt":"Miso Tare — recipe cover","tags":["miso","japanese","sauce","tare","umami","condiment","easy"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":8,"stepCount":4}]}