Ketjap Manis Recipe
Description: Ketjap Manis is an Indonesian soy sauce, slightly thicker and sweeter than regular soy sauce. It adds depth and richness to dishes like “Barbecued Roast Beef” and spicy peanut sauce. If you can’t find it in your local market, follow this easy recipe to create your own!
Total Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Recipe Category: Sauces
Keywords: Indonesian, Asian, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 30 Mins, Stove Top
Nutritional Information (per serving, approximately 2 tablespoons):
- Calories: 24
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 360mg
- Carbohydrates: 5.6g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 4.5g
- Protein: 0.6g
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Dark brown sugar | 1 cup |
| Water | 1 cup |
| Soy sauce | 1 cup |
| Dark molasses | 7 tablespoons |
| Fresh ginger | 1 tablespoon |
| Ground coriander | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Fresh ground black pepper | 1/2 teaspoon |
Instructions:
- Combine dark brown sugar and water in a 2-quart saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Increase the heat to high and continue cooking until the syrup reaches 200 degrees Fahrenheit on a candy thermometer, which should take about 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients – soy sauce, dark molasses, fresh ginger, ground coriander, and fresh ground black pepper.
- Simmer the mixture for 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Transfer the Ketjap Manis to a clean, airtight container.
- Store it tightly covered in the refrigerator for 2-3 months.
Tips:
- Customize Sweetness: Adjust the amount of dark brown sugar to your taste preference. You can add more for a sweeter sauce or reduce it for a less sweet flavor.
- Consistency: If you prefer a thicker consistency, you can simmer the sauce a bit longer until it reaches your desired thickness.
- Enhance Flavor: For a more intense flavor, you can add a splash of lime juice or a dash of cinnamon to the sauce.
- Versatility: Ketjap Manis can be used as a marinade, dipping sauce, or as a flavor enhancer in stir-fries and noodle dishes. Get creative with its usage in your favorite recipes!
Now, with this homemade Ketjap Manis sauce, you can add authentic Indonesian flavor to your dishes anytime, anywhere. Enjoy the sweet and savory goodness in every bite! 🍲🥢
