San-J Organic Tamari Soy Sauce, Gluten Free

San-J tamari is an organic, gluten-free soy sauce brewed from whole soybeans with no wheat. This 10 fl oz bottle lists four ingredients: water, organic soybeans, salt and organic alcohol to keep it fresh.

Who it suits

It suits gluten-free cooks who still want soy sauce flavor in stir-fries, marinades and dipping sauces. The brand describes it as richer and milder than regular soy sauce. If you limit sodium, note that a tablespoon is high in it. Browse more healthy pantry staples, or pair it with Chosen Foods avocado oil for high-heat stir-frying.

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Key facts

• Made with 100% whole soybeans and no wheat (San-J; ShopRite label listing)
• Ingredients: water, organic soybeans, salt, organic alcohol (San-J; ShopRite label listing)
• USDA Organic (certified by QAI), certified gluten-free by GFCO, and Non-GMO Project Verified (San-J; ShopRite label listing)
• The brand describes it as vegan and kosher (San-J)
• A 1 tbsp serving lists 10 calories, 0 g fat, 2 g protein and 940 mg sodium (San-J; ShopRite label listing)

What reviewers say

Mashed ranked San-J Organic Tamari third among popular soy sauces, saying its salt and umami balance each other so it does not wear out the palate, and suggested it for more upscale cooking. In a ranking of store-bought soy sauces, a writer for The Daily Meal noted San-J is best known for its tamari, called it rich and flavorful, and said they always keep a bottle in the fridge.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Certified gluten-free and organic
• Pro: Short ingredient list with balanced, rich flavor
• Con: Very high in sodium
• Con: Contains a small amount of alcohol as a preservative

Cautions

• Contains soy.
• 940 mg sodium (39% Daily Value) per tablespoon.
• Contains organic alcohol, used to preserve freshness.