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Soy Sauce (low-sodium) for babies
When and how to serve soy Sauce (low-sodium) at every stage of starting solids.
- Introduce from
- 12 months+
- Safety notes
- Common allergen: Soy, Wheat
How to prepare soy Sauce (low-sodium) by age
6–9 months
Not yet. BabyJoy’s guide introduces soy Sauce (low-sodium) from 12 months+.
9–12 months
Not yet. BabyJoy’s guide introduces soy Sauce (low-sodium) from 12 months+.
12 months+
Not before 12 months because of its high salt content. From 12 months use low-sodium soy sauce only, in tiny amounts (about ½ tsp in a family dish), stirred into cooking rather than served as a dip.
Common allergen
Contains soy and wheat , one of the 9 common food allergens.
Contains soy and usually wheat (gluten). Tamari is often wheat-free but still contains soy — check the label.
First time with soy: Offer soft tofu strips or plain soy yogurt. Mash edamame; never serve whole.
First time with wheat: Offer wheat-based foods such as toast fingers, soft pasta or wheat cereal.
If your baby has severe eczema or a known food allergy, talk to your pediatrician before introducing allergens.
Serving ideas
- A few drops in a vegetable stir-fry
- In a tofu marinade with ginger and garlic
Prepare these as described above for your baby’s age.
Choosing and storing
Storage: Store in a cupboard; refrigerate after opening.
Recipes with soy Sauce (low-sodium)
Sources
This guide is based on published guidance from:
