Light Soy Sauce is a thin, salty, and bright-colored soy sauce commonly used in Chinese and many Asian cuisines. It is the main soy sauce used for everyday cooking.

Key Characteristics

• Color: Light brown to reddish-brown

• Texture: Thin and watery

• Taste: Salty, sharp, and aromatic

• Aroma: Strong soy fragrance with a clean, fresh smell

How It’s Used

• For seasoning dishes (the main source of salt)

• For stir-fries, noodles, fried rice

• For marinating meats and vegetables

• For dipping sauces

• For dishes where you want flavor without dark color