How to Make Homemade Kecap Manis

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How to Make Homemade Kecap Manis
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Homemade Kecap Manis Recipe

Kecap manis is a famous Indonesian sweet soy sauce that is used as a dipping sauce, flavoring, and marinade for many dishes. It has the combined taste of soy sauce and oyster sauce, but the thick consistency of the latter.

In Indonesia, this condiment is inexpensive and easy to find in shops. In other countries, however, it is typically carried only in Asian stores, and it's often quite expensive. I like to make my own kecap manis, which helps me save money. I love using this condiment to flavor my stir-fry dishes. Recently, I added it to a stir-fry with duck and vegetables, with great results. Now, it's time for you to learn how to make this delicious recipe at home.

Ingredients

1 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 inch size ginger, sliced
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 pieces star anise
2 pieces cloves
1 piece cinnamon bark

Utensils for cooking and storing the condiment

Utensils for preparing the ingredients

Cook Time and Yield

Prep time	Cook time	Ready in	Yields
3 min	5 min	8 min	1 1/4 cups

Utensils

For Preparing the Ingredients:

2 medium bowls
5 small bowls
1 small plate
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
Chopping board
Knife

For Cooking Kecap Manis:

Pot
Whisk

For Storing Kecap Manis:

Strainer
Funnel
Condiment dispenser container

Instructions

Add all of the ingredients in a pot. Bring everything to a boil.
Let it cool down before transferring it into a clean condiment dispenser.
Keep it for future use.

Tips and Techniques

Use kecap manis as a replacement for soy sauce or oyster sauce.
Add it to your stir-fry vegetables or meats.
Serve it as a sweet dip for your favorite grilled foods.
Combine it with chili sauce or chili paste to make a sweet and spicy sauce or dip.