Kecap manis (pronounced like "ketchup") is a ubiquitous ingredient in Indonesian cooking. If you are unable to find it at your local Asian market, this recipe is an approximation.
Tag: Soy sauce
Hong Shao Rou
Hong shao, or red-cooking, is a popular way to prepare meats in the Shanghai region of China. Simmering in dark soy sauce gives the meat a reddish color and the dish its name.
Zaru Soba
Cold buckwheat (soba) noodles are a favorite Japanese summer dish. Traditionally served on a bamboo tray, zaru soba are dosed in a dipping sauce before they are slurped down.