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I'm gluten and soy free so sadly tamari won't work for me either. My dh is asian so I cook a lot of asian food and I really miss that soy sauce taste. Does anyone have any ideas of either a product that's out there or something I could make that would resemble this flavor? Thanks a lot.
Can Someone Help Me Find A Substitute For Soy Sauce?
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Posted 29 September 2008 - 12:54 PM
MLB, on Sep 29 2008, 04:50 PM, said:
I'm gluten and soy free so sadly tamari won't work for me either. My dh is asian so I cook a lot of asian food and I really miss that soy sauce taste. Does anyone have any ideas of either a product that's out there or something I could make that would resemble this flavor? Thanks a lot.
I have been searching for something for several years now and haven't come up with an acceptable substitute. There are a few recipes floating around using vinegar but it's just not the same - especially with sushi! I am anxiously awaiting replies too!
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Posted 29 September 2008 - 12:59 PM
I have used toasted sesame oil in stir fry and other asian-type dishes. I is not quite like fermented soy, but is has a pleasing taste. It's a strong flavor so I'd recommend adding a little at a time and taste as you go.
It doesn't have a very long shelf life once opened. So I always buy small bottles.
It doesn't have a very long shelf life once opened. So I always buy small bottles.
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Enterolab results: ...two genes for gluten intolerance ...casein intolerance
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Enterolab results: ...two genes for gluten intolerance ...casein intolerance
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Posted 29 September 2008 - 01:59 PM
This recipe was listed in the Harrisburg GIG newsletter:
Recipe from Connie Sarros' July '08 glutenfree newsletterette. (www.gfbooks.homestead.com)
Mock Soy Sauce
1/4 c vegan, gluten-free, soy free broth
1/2 tsp molasses
1/4 tsp balsamic vinegar
1/8 tsp salt (sea salt if you have it on hand)
1/2 tsp sesame oil
Recipe from Connie Sarros' July '08 glutenfree newsletterette. (www.gfbooks.homestead.com)
Mock Soy Sauce
1/4 c vegan, gluten-free, soy free broth
1/2 tsp molasses
1/4 tsp balsamic vinegar
1/8 tsp salt (sea salt if you have it on hand)
1/2 tsp sesame oil
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Posted 29 September 2008 - 03:19 PM
I use La Choy Soy sauce. It's made with water, salt, hydrolyzed soy proteing, corn syrup, caramel color, and potassium sorbate. I've never had an issue with it.
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Posted 29 September 2008 - 04:16 PM
Thanks everyone for the suggestions.
I do love sesame oil, but it doesn't quite have that salty taste I'm craving with my asian food. I'm not sure if I've ever tried the toasted kind so I will look for that.
I don't think the La Choy will work for me becasue of the soy protein, but thanks for the suggestion!
That recipe for the mock soy sauce sounds great. I'm going to give that a go. Thanks for posting that!
I do love sesame oil, but it doesn't quite have that salty taste I'm craving with my asian food. I'm not sure if I've ever tried the toasted kind so I will look for that.
I don't think the La Choy will work for me becasue of the soy protein, but thanks for the suggestion!
That recipe for the mock soy sauce sounds great. I'm going to give that a go. Thanks for posting that!
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DD 7 also tested and is now gluten, dairy and egg free.
5/08 Enterolab and IgG blood test shows reaction to gluten, dairy, egg, soy and more! Also shows severe malabsorbtion.
DD 7 also tested and is now gluten, dairy and egg free.
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Posted 29 September 2008 - 04:43 PM
I'm in China, and my housekeeper just uses salt. Another idea is Thai fish sauce. I miss it too but the garlic, ginger, vinegar, salt, sesame oil, fish sauce, etc. all are great and make wonderful Chinese food.
There are a few dishes that my housekeeper comments would be more flavorful with soy sauce. But I find what we are doing pretty satisfying.
There are a few dishes that my housekeeper comments would be more flavorful with soy sauce. But I find what we are doing pretty satisfying.
4/2007 Positive IGA, TTG Enterolab results, with severe malabsorption: Two DQ2 celiac genes--highest possible risk.
gluten-free since 4/22/07; SF since 7/07; 3/08 & 7/08 high sugar levels in stool (i.e. cannot break down carbs) digestive enzymes for carbs didn't help; 7/18/08 started SCD as prescribed by my physician (MD).
10/2000 dx LYME disease; 2008 clinical dx CELIAC; Other: hypothyroid, allergies, dupuytrens, high mercury levels
gluten-free since 4/22/07; SF since 7/07; 3/08 & 7/08 high sugar levels in stool (i.e. cannot break down carbs) digestive enzymes for carbs didn't help; 7/18/08 started SCD as prescribed by my physician (MD).
10/2000 dx LYME disease; 2008 clinical dx CELIAC; Other: hypothyroid, allergies, dupuytrens, high mercury levels
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Posted 29 September 2008 - 07:05 PM
I use Bragg Liquid Aminos. Tastes/smells just like soy sauce when cooking.
I can find it at our local health food store, but here is their web site
http://bragg.com/products/la.html
I can find it at our local health food store, but here is their web site
http://bragg.com/products/la.html
My mom was dx'd Celiac in her 80's after a life time of stomach troubles. I am fine however.
2nd daughter born in 2000
An agitated kid since birth, non-compliant attitude, dx'd with PDDNOS in 2003, ADHD in 2006
Had ongoing facial rash since 2004 -- tested for Lupus -- negative, discovered a high antibody count.
Never complained of stomach ache • Tested for Celiac in 11/07, Biop confirmed in 12/07
Happy Camper now, doing much better in school :)
1st daughter born in 1997
Dx'd high functioning Autistic in 2000
No celiac, but noticable improvement when gluten-free
She says her brain feels clearer. :D
2nd daughter born in 2000
An agitated kid since birth, non-compliant attitude, dx'd with PDDNOS in 2003, ADHD in 2006
Had ongoing facial rash since 2004 -- tested for Lupus -- negative, discovered a high antibody count.
Never complained of stomach ache • Tested for Celiac in 11/07, Biop confirmed in 12/07
Happy Camper now, doing much better in school :)
1st daughter born in 1997
Dx'd high functioning Autistic in 2000
No celiac, but noticable improvement when gluten-free
She says her brain feels clearer. :D
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Posted 29 September 2008 - 08:10 PM
Bragg isn't soy free but is wheat free.
4/2007 Positive IGA, TTG Enterolab results, with severe malabsorption: Two DQ2 celiac genes--highest possible risk.
gluten-free since 4/22/07; SF since 7/07; 3/08 & 7/08 high sugar levels in stool (i.e. cannot break down carbs) digestive enzymes for carbs didn't help; 7/18/08 started SCD as prescribed by my physician (MD).
10/2000 dx LYME disease; 2008 clinical dx CELIAC; Other: hypothyroid, allergies, dupuytrens, high mercury levels
gluten-free since 4/22/07; SF since 7/07; 3/08 & 7/08 high sugar levels in stool (i.e. cannot break down carbs) digestive enzymes for carbs didn't help; 7/18/08 started SCD as prescribed by my physician (MD).
10/2000 dx LYME disease; 2008 clinical dx CELIAC; Other: hypothyroid, allergies, dupuytrens, high mercury levels
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Posted 30 September 2008 - 02:38 PM
mftnchn, on Sep 30 2008, 12:10 AM, said:
Bragg isn't soy free but is wheat free.
Oops, didn't see that the OP was soy free too.
My mom was dx'd Celiac in her 80's after a life time of stomach troubles. I am fine however.
2nd daughter born in 2000
An agitated kid since birth, non-compliant attitude, dx'd with PDDNOS in 2003, ADHD in 2006
Had ongoing facial rash since 2004 -- tested for Lupus -- negative, discovered a high antibody count.
Never complained of stomach ache • Tested for Celiac in 11/07, Biop confirmed in 12/07
Happy Camper now, doing much better in school :)
1st daughter born in 1997
Dx'd high functioning Autistic in 2000
No celiac, but noticable improvement when gluten-free
She says her brain feels clearer. :D
2nd daughter born in 2000
An agitated kid since birth, non-compliant attitude, dx'd with PDDNOS in 2003, ADHD in 2006
Had ongoing facial rash since 2004 -- tested for Lupus -- negative, discovered a high antibody count.
Never complained of stomach ache • Tested for Celiac in 11/07, Biop confirmed in 12/07
Happy Camper now, doing much better in school :)
1st daughter born in 1997
Dx'd high functioning Autistic in 2000
No celiac, but noticable improvement when gluten-free
She says her brain feels clearer. :D
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Posted 02 October 2008 - 01:27 PM
These sites have a soy sauce sub:
http://glutenfreesoy...an.blogspot.com
http://allergygrocer.com/id728.html
http://glutenfreesoy...an.blogspot.com
http://allergygrocer.com/id728.html
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Posted 02 October 2008 - 02:19 PM
you might look into Lea & Perrin's Worcestershire sauce.
It is gluten free for sure, and does not list any soy ingredients. You might want to ask them if their 'natural flavorings' contain any soy to be sure.
it's salty and brown, and hopefully safe
It is gluten free for sure, and does not list any soy ingredients. You might want to ask them if their 'natural flavorings' contain any soy to be sure.
it's salty and brown, and hopefully safe
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Posted 02 October 2008 - 02:22 PM
oh dear...just found a link that indicates the Worcestershire sauce might have soy in it:
http://glutenfreeblog.blogspot.com/2008/03...hire-sauce.html
although the bottle I have in my home does NOT list that soy protein ingredient, so I'm not sure what to think....
http://glutenfreeblog.blogspot.com/2008/03...hire-sauce.html
although the bottle I have in my home does NOT list that soy protein ingredient, so I'm not sure what to think....
