Best Soy Sauce / Tamari Substitutes in Vegan Shepherd's Pie
This recipe calls for 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari. If you're out of soy sauce / tamari or need to adapt the recipe, here are 4 tested substitutes - each with a quantity guide and notes on how it changes the dish.
About This Substitution
Role in this recipe: Umami, saltiness, fermented depth
When you need soy-free or want a different umami source.
4 Substitutes for Soy Sauce / Tamari in Vegan Shepherd's Pie
1. Coconut aminos
Ratio: 1:1
Soy-free, gluten-free and slightly sweeter - the best alternative for those avoiding soy. Slightly less salty.
2. Liquid aminos (Bragg's)
Ratio: 1:1
Made from soy but not fermented - similar in flavour, used by many health-conscious cooks.
3. Miso paste dissolved in water
Ratio: 1 tsp miso per tbsp soy sauce
Provides fermented depth and umami - more complex and slightly thicker.
4. Worcestershire sauce (vegan)
Ratio: 1:1
Henderson's Relish or vegan Worcestershire - tangy and complex, works in stews and marinades.
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