The Best 5 Asian Sauces You Need

Fried rice without color, noodles without depth, marinades lacking punch? The fix is simple – five essential sauces. Discover the Asian staples that turn any home-cooked meal into restaurant-quality flavor.

Light Soy Sauce

A light, liquid soy sauce that's perfect for marinating chicken and quick stir-fries. It adds a distinctive salty umami flavor but be careful not to overdo it, as it can easily overpower your dish.
Pro tip: For homemade teriyaki, mix light soy sauce with honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.
Buy online: PRB Light Soy Sauce 150ml

Dark Soy Sauce

Thicker, smoother, and less salty than light soy, dark soy sauce is used to give fried rice and braised dishes a rich caramel color.
Color tip: Add half a teaspoon of dark soy sauce at the end of frying to get that restaurant-style glossy finish.
Buy: PRB Dark Soy Sauce 150ml

Oyster Sauce

A thick sauce with rich seafood umami flavor, essential for dishes like bok choy or classic beef & broccoli.
Original vs. Flavoured: Always choose “oyster sauce” (not “oyster-flavoured”) for the real taste.
Recommendation: Lee Kum Kee Oyster Sauce 510g

Toasted Sesame Oil

Toasted sesame seeds give this oil its signature aroma, used in ramen broths, salad dressings, and marinades.
Quick recipe: Sauté ginger in sesame oil, drizzle over noodles, and top with chopped spring onions.
Buy now: Golden Lion Toasted Sesame Oil

Shao Hsing Cooking Wine

China’s answer to mirin, this cooking wine adds depth and mild sweetness to stir-fries, soups, and marinades.
Marinade tip: Mix 1 tbsp Shao Hsing wine, 1 tbsp light soy sauce, and ½ tsp sesame oil for a simple yet flavorful chicken marinade.
Shop now: Authentic Chinese Cooking Wine

With these five essential Asian sauces, you'll easily bring restaurant-quality flavors to your home kitchen. All featured products are available online with fast delivery across Croatia in just 1-3 working days.

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