The Secret to Making Your Own Worcestershire Sauce, Tasty and Long-Lasting

Kapanlagi.com - Worcestershire sauce, or more commonly known as Worcestershire sauce, is becoming increasingly popular as a cooking ingredient that adds a savory and slightly spicy touch. Although it is not yet as popular as sweet or salty soy sauce in various parts of Indonesia, Worcestershire sauce is starting to be chosen to enrich the flavors of everyday dishes, especially in stir-fries and meat marinades.

However, because Worcestershire sauce is often hard to find in traditional markets, many people have taken the initiative to make it themselves at home. In a video released from the YouTube channel Santo Sapi on Friday (01/11), he shared a simple recipe that you can try. Let's follow the steps so that your homemade Worcestershire sauce is not only long-lasting but also remains delicious!

1. Ingredients Needed

To make homemade kecap Inggris, the ingredients needed are easily found in the market or supermarket. Here are the necessary ingredients:

• Tamarind 1 tbsp
• Black peppercorns, ground -- tsp
• Onion, roughly chopped -- 1 piece
• Shallots, roughly chopped -- 3 cloves
• Garlic, crushed -- 3 cloves
• Red chili, roughly chopped -- 5 pieces
• Javanese sugar -- pieces
• Salted fish -- 1 tbsp
• Cloves -- 12 pieces
• Soy sauce -- 5 tbsp
• Vinegar and chili sauce to taste

2. Step 1: Preparing the Stir-Fry Ingredients

Start your culinary adventure by heating a pan and sautéing the shallots, garlic, and onion until they turn a tempting brown. Add salted fish to the pan to eliminate its fishy aroma, stir well until all ingredients are perfectly cooked, then turn off the stove.

This sautéing process is not just a regular step, but the key to bringing a savory aroma that whets the appetite to the kecap Inggris you are preparing. "By sautéing the onions and salted fish, the flavor becomes more delicious and distinctive," reveals Santo Sapi in his video, adding a magical touch to your dish.

3. Step 2: Boiling the Base Ingredients

Once all the sautéed ingredients are ready, heat water in a pot until it boils, then add the sautéed onions and salted fish into it. This process is very crucial as it will blend the flavors of these ingredients with the boiling water, which will later become the base of the homemade Worcestershire sauce that tantalizes the taste buds.

Boil over low heat while adding cloves, tamarind, chili, palm sugar, and black pepper. Stir gently until all the ingredients dissolve, creating a thick mixture rich in flavor and enticing aroma.

4. Step 3: Adding Soy Sauce and Slow Cooking

Add soy sauce to the broth and stir until well combined. Cook over low heat for about 40 minutes, allowing the natural oils from the ingredients to release and the distinctive aroma of Worcestershire sauce to waft, enticing your sense of smell.

Slowly let the liquid reduce until its texture thickens and its color deepens. This patient cooking process will yield your homemade soy sauce that is rich in flavor and long-lasting, ready to indulge your palate with unforgettable deliciousness.

5. Step 4: Straining and Storing

After struggling over the stove for a full hour, the pot filled with English soy sauce is ready to be strained and transferred into an airtight glass container that will keep it fresh. Although without added preservatives, this homemade soy sauce can last up to two months if stored properly.

Santo Sapi proudly expressed, "My dish has been two months, and this soy sauce is still great to use!

6. Usage and Netizen Response

This homemade English soy sauce is suitable for a variety of dishes, from stir-fries to marinades. Many users commented on Santo Sapi's video, expressing their happiness and eagerness to try this recipe. "Wow, thank you, Mas Santo. I will definitely try to make it," commented YouTube/Lilik Sunarsih. Some users also mentioned that this homemade English soy sauce is healthier because it contains no preservatives.

Cooking your own English soy sauce certainly provides a sense of satisfaction as well as a practical way to obtain this delicious seasoning whenever you need it.

7. Questions and Answers about How to Make Worcestershire Sauce

What is Worcestershire Sauce?

Worcestershire sauce is a seasoning with a savory spicy flavor that is often used in stir-fry dishes or marinades.

8. Can Homemade Worcestershire Sauce Last Long?

Yes, if stored in an airtight container, homemade Worcestershire sauce can last up to two months.

9. What is the Function of Worcestershire Sauce in Cooking?

Worcestershire sauce adds a savory umami flavor, making dishes more delicious and giving them a distinctive aroma.

(kpl/wis)