It is a primary ingredient in many Japanese sauces, such as teriyaki and ponzu, and Western chefs have also been using it in sauces to add richer flavor, darker color, and increased umami.
Shoyu is in the Inception stage – it skews toward independent and fine dining operators.
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Multiple locations
Gyu-Sushi
Premium roast beef, Japanese shoyu barbecue sauce, and kuki-wasabi on the side
