Spicy Soy Paste

Soy paste is a uniquely Taiwanese ingredient made from cooking soy sauce with rice starch to give it body. The end result is similar in texture to oyster sauce, with a deeply umami and sweet soy flavor. Use it to glaze stir fries, marinate meats and tofu, or as a ready-to-go sauce for steamed vegetables. It makes a great sauce for dry noodle dishes or dip for danbing (Taiwanese egg crepe). Yu Ding Xing's Spicy Soy Paste gets its heat and red color from ground heaven-facing chilis, also known as "chicken heart" pepper for its small, conical shape. The addition of tomato, a Taiwanese favorite, boosts the umami in the sauce, contributing to a deeply flavorful condiment that balances slightly fruity heat with light sweetness and umami.It makes a great sauce for dry noodle dishes or a dip for danbing. In cooking, use it as a flavorful base for a marinade.Tasting Notes and UsageBell pepper, molasses, with a kickFlavor your stir-fries with it, use it as a base for marinades, mix into dry nood