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Kecap Manis (Indonesian Sweet Soy Sauce)

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This traditional Indonesian sweet soy sauce brings a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, making it an essential ingredient for stir-fries, marinades, and grilled dishes. Made with just a few simple ingredients—dark soy sauce, palm sugar, and optional spices—this recipe is easy to follow and perfect for adding depth to your cooking.
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Prep Time25 minutes
+ Cooling 30 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings280 g

Ingredients 
 

  • 250 g soy sauce
  • 200 g palm sugar (or brown sugar)
  • 1 tsp black peppercorns (optional)
  • 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
  • 1 star anise (optional)
  • 2 cloves optional
  • 3 large garlic cloves (peeled and thickly sliced), optional

Instructions 

  1. Add the ingredients to a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar evenly. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring often, until the liquid coats the back of a spoon and looks slightly syrupy. Keep in mind that it will thicken further as it cools down.
  2. Turn off the heat and leave to cool entirely (20-30 minutes), then strain and store in an airtight jar/container in the fridge for up to 6 months.

Notes

  • Brown sugar is a little sweeter than palm sugar, so use a little less when substituting.
  • Storage: Store homemade Kecap Manis in an airtight container or bottle in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 6 months.