Indonesian Sweet Soy Sauce Kecap Manis

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This indonesian version of soy sauce is thicker, sweeter and more complex than what you're used to. Try sautéeing green beans with ginger and a dash of kecap manis. From eatingwell magazine, july/august 1997 and posted for zwt6.

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Steps

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Half-fill a large bowl with water and ice cubes and set it beside the stove.

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Combine sugar and water in a heavy 3-quart saucepan.

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Bring to a boil over medium-high heat , stirring occasionally to dissolve sugar.

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Once it starts boiling , cook without stirring until syrup turns amber , 5 to 10 minutes.

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Immediately set saucepan in ice water for about 30 seconds.

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Add soy sauce , star anise and garlic to cooled caramel.

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Return pan to medium-high heat and bring to a simmer , stirring occasionally.

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Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.

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Remove from heat and let cool completely.

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Discard garlic.

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Transfer to a jar and let mellow overnight in the refrigerator before using.

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Make ahead.

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Ingredients

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sugar, water, reduced sodium soy sauce, star anise, garlic clove