How Long Does Soy Sauce Last? 

Soy sauce is a kitchen staple and a common ingredient in many Asian dishes. This popular condiment can be used to spruce up many types of food, including rice, sushi, marinades and more. This condiment lasts a very long time without going bad, but just how long?!

How To Store Soy Sauce

Unopened soy sauce can be stored in either the pantry or kitchen cabinet at room temperature or chilled in the fridge. Before breaking the seal and removing the cap from the bottle, the best way to store unopened bottles is in a dry place such as a pantry for up to 2 years (or beyond).

How To Store Soy Sauce

How To Store Soy Sauce

Once the jar has been opened, the lid should be tightly sealed again. At this point it can be stored in either a cool dark place such as a pantry or the fridge, but it will last much longer when stored in the refrigerator.

How To Store Soy Sauce Cont'd

EXTEND THE SHELF LIFE Refrigerate it! Screw the cap on the bottle tightly and keep in the fridge at all times when not using it.

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EXTEND THE SHELF LIFE Keep it out of the door! Food items stored in the refrigerator are subjected to warmer temps, especially with frequent openings. Instead,  push it toward the back of the refrigerator so it stays fresh for a longer period.

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EXTEND THE SHELF LIFE Chill when not using! Pour the sauce into a container and place the bottle immediately back into the refrigerator to keep consistently chilled.

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How Long Does Soy Sauce Last? Once opened and re-capped, soy sauce lasts for 4-6 months in the pantry and for 2 years when stored in the fridge.  If you find yourself frequently tossing this salty condiment, purchase a smaller bottle next time to avoid waste.

Can Soy Sauce Go Bad – Know When to Toss! Smell test. If you detect a foul odor or off odor, it is likely destined to be tossed into the garbage.

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Can Soy Sauce Go Bad – Know When to Toss! Note appearance. If the color of the liquid seems unusual (either very dark or light) or you see mold, it should be tossed.

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Can Soy Sauce Go Bad – Know When to Toss! Taste test. If steps one and two have passed the test, give it a taste test. You know the familiar taste, so use common sense to determine if the taste is off.

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Chinese vs Japanese Varieties Chinese soy sauce is traditionally made from 100% soy. Japanese soy sauce is typically made using a combination of soy and wheat, giving it a sweeter flavor than other saltier varieties.

FAQ About Soy Sauce

How much gluten is in soy sauce? Most forms of naturally fermented regular soy sauce contains less than 5 PPM of gluten. There are varieties that are made entirely without gluten. Gluten-free substitutions include tamari sauce and coconut aminos.

FAQ About Soy Sauce

What Is Soy Sauce Made Of? Most varieties of soy sauce are made from soybeans, wheat, salt and a fermenting agent.

Recipes Using Soy Sauce

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Recipes Using Soy Sauce

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Recipes Using Soy Sauce

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Enjoy Using Your Soy Sauce!