{"data":{"name":"Soy sauce","slug":"soy-sauce","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Toyo"],"category":{"name":"Herbs and Spices","slug":"herbs-and-spices"},"description":"Soy sauce is a salty liquid seasoning made from fermented soybeans and usually wheat. In Filipino cooking, it\u2019s commonly used to add savory (umami) flavor to viands like adobo, stir-fries, and marinades.","common_uses_philippines":["Adobo","Sinigang","Pancit Canton","Stir-fried vegetables (Ginisang gulay)","Lechon kawali with soy-vinegar dip","Tokwa\u2019t baboy"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":75,"protein_g":3.5,"fat_g":0.1,"saturated_fat_g":0.01,"carbohydrates_g":15,"fiber_g":1,"sugars_g":0.5,"sodium_mg":2041,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":56,"cholesterol_mg":0,"food_type_g":1,"iron_mg":4.4,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.02,"phosphorus_mg":34,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.05,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":16.5,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.07,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.07,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.5,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":64.9},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 tbsp","weight_g":15,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Soy sauce is mostly used as a seasoning, so it can fit well in meals. It has some carbohydrates and a bit of fiber, but the bigger health point is its sodium: about 2041 mg per 100 g. Too much sodium can make it harder to keep blood pressure in a healthy range, especially if you also eat salty snacks, instant noodles, or processed foods. On the positive side, it has very little fat and cholesterol, so the main thing to watch is salt intake from frequency and amount.","healthier_tips":["Use smaller amounts\u2014start with 1\u20132 teaspoons, then adjust to taste.","Balance the meal: pair with rice + lots of gulay and a good protein (fish, chicken, tofu) so the flavor doesn\u2019t rely only on salt.","Try mixing soy sauce with calamansi, vinegar, garlic, or ginger to keep the taste while using less.","If you\u2019re having adobo or stir-fry, avoid adding extra salt; taste first.","For snacks and daily meals (3 full meals + 1\u20132 snacks), keep salty seasonings and sauces from stacking up across the day."]},"data_quality":{"source":"DOST-FNRI Philippine Food Composition Tables","source_code":"ph_fct","daily_values_reference":"RENI 2002","notes":["Values are estimates per 100g edible portion.","Actual nutrients may vary by preparation and variety."]},"links":{"self":"https:\/\/api.juanutrisyon.info\/api\/foods\/soy-sauce?agent=true"}}}