Tamari

溜まり醤油 / tamari

Flavor and role

A rich Japanese soy sauce brewed from soybeans with little or no wheat. It has deep savoury flavour, and many brands are gluten-free.

Typical dishes and uses

Soy sauce for sashimi and sushi, teriyaki, gluten-free cooking in general

Substitutes

1 tbsp tamari = 1 tbsp regular soy sauce (contains gluten). 1 tbsp coconut aminos + a pinch of salt also works.

Storage

Unopened: 2 years at room temperature. Opened: 6-12 months in the fridge.

Main countries

Japan

Updated 2026-10-10