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What is the difference between fermented soy sauce and dark soy sauce?
Accordion toggleFermented soy sauce is made by inoculating soybeans (or defatted soybeans) and grains, such as wheat, with koji mold (a beneficial mold for the body), and then …
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What does Non-GMO soybeans mean?
Accordion toggleNon-GMO refers to ingredients that do not contain genetically modified organisms.
GMO refers to genetically modified foods, and may potentially disrupt the ecological balance of plant life.Sengmyongmul Soy Sauce and Sengmyongmul Tofu are made using 100% non-GMO soybeans that have passed more than 100 quality tests.
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What makes Sengmyongmul Soy Sauce different?
Accordion toggleSengmyongmul Soy Sauce is SANC’s signature fermented soy sauce, crafted by fermenting soybeans and wheat over an extended period.
It delivers a rich flavor and aroma encompassing all five basic tastes—sweetness, sourness, bitterness, saltiness, and umami—characteristic of naturally fermented soy sauces.
We use honey to achieve a smooth, umami-rich flavor.
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How is Sengmyongmul Soy Sauce fermented differently from others?
Accordion toggleUnlike many soy sauces fermented in outdoor fermentation tanks, 100% fermented Sengmyongmul Soy Sauce is made using natural bedrock water from 200 meters underground.
It undergoes natural fermentation for over six months in Korea’s first underground tunnel-aging facility, where classical music is played to help create a harmonious environment for fermentation.
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What is fermented soy sauce?
Accordion toggleFermented soy sauce is made by inoculating selected strains into soybeans or grains, then fermenting and aging them over a long period. It has a long manufac…
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What is the T.N index?
Accordion toggleT.N stands for total nitrogen, an indicator of protein content in soy sauce.
It reflects the amount of amino acids produced during the fermentation of soybean and wheat protein.
A higher T.N index means more natural flavor compounds, and a richer, deeper taste.* Brewed Sengmyongmul Soy Sauce : 1.15%
* First-grade Brewed Dark Soy Sauce : 1.3%
* Brewed Clean Soup Soy Sauce : 1.0%
* Brewed Gold Soy Sauce : 1.0%
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DoesSengmyongmul Soy Sauce contain preservatives?
Accordion toggleNo. Sengmyongmul Soy Sauce contains no synthetic preservatives, coloring agents, or MSG for the health of our customers.
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The soy sauce appears dark in color.
Accordion toggleCurrently, each company adjusts the color of soy sauce according to cooking methods, making soup soy sauce lighter and soy sauce for braising or grilling darker, depending on the intended use.
However, Sengmyongmul Soy Sauce is a versatile product, so it fundamentally maintains a medium-level color.
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What dishes can it be used for?
Accordion toggleSengmyongmul Soy Sauce can be used for a wide variety of dishes.
It is suitable for Korean, Japanese, Chinese, and other Asian cuisines.It is naturally fermented and can be enjoyed even when consumed raw—perfect with sashimi, sushi, dumplings, and buchimgae (Korean-style pancakes).
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Is it safe to consume after the expiration date?
Accordion toggleSengmyongmul Soy Sauce has a 2-year shelf life, based on optimal flavor and color retention.
Like homemade soy sauce, it may darken over time, making it unsuitable for certain recipes.After opening, transfer it to a proper container, refrigerate, and avoid consuming past the expiration date for best results.