A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
Kecap manis is noticeably sweeter and thicker than ordinary light soy sauce. It commonly contains palm sugar, soy and wheat; check the product label.
In the kitchen
Used in marinades, dips and stir-fries, including some brown-soy versions of Macanese minchi.
Sweetness, thickness and additives vary by brand and market. It is not interchangeable with ordinary soy sauce or sweet bean paste; some formulas contain sulfites.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有印尼甜酱油吗？
Does this dish contain Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
