Kikkoman is a Japanese food company that specializes in manufacturing and distributing soy sauce and other related products. They are well-recognized for their premium-quality soy sauce, and have expanded their product line to other Japanese-style sauces and condiments.
Founded in 1917 in Japan by a brewing family known for producing sake.
Established Kikkoman International Inc. in San Francisco, California in 1957.
Started producing and exporting soy sauce to the US market in the early 1960s.
Expanded their product line to other Japanese-style sauces and condiments, such as Teriyaki, Wasabi, Panko bread crumbs, and more.
Currently operates in more than 100 countries worldwide.
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A premium-quality soy sauce that is naturally brewed and aged for several months to develop a rich, savory taste.
A blend of soy sauce, wine, and spices that is commonly used as a marinade or glaze for grilled or baked dishes.
Flaky, light-textured bread crumbs that are commonly used for coating and frying foods like shrimp, chicken, and vegetables.
No, Kikkoman soy sauce is not gluten-free. However, they do produce a gluten-free tamari soy sauce that is made without wheat.
Kikkoman products are widely available in most grocery stores and online retailers. You can also find them in specialty Asian markets.
Kikkoman soy sauce is naturally brewed for several months using four simple ingredients: soybeans, wheat, salt, and water. The process involves fermenting the soybean and wheat mixture using koji mold and then aging the mixture to develop a rich, savory flavor.
Kikkoman produces a variety of Japanese-style sauces and condiments, including Teriyaki sauce, Ponzu sauce, Wasabi sauce, and more.
Yes, Kikkoman soy sauce is vegan-friendly as it does not contain any animal products or by-products. However, some of their other products, such as their Teriyaki sauce, may contain honey or other animal-derived ingredients, so it's best to check the ingredients before purchasing.