LEE KUM KEE Chef's Select Soy Sauce 18.9Litre

Maximize your kitchen's efficiency and flavor consistency with Lee Kum Kee Chef's Select Soy Sauce. Distributed by ChickenPieces.com from our Calgary logistics hub, this 18.9 L bulk pail is the definitive choice for the Canadian culinary industry. Lee Kum Kee, a world leader in authentic Asian sauces, has formulated the "Chef's Select" line specifically for the rigors of professional kitchens. Naturally brewed with non-GM soybeans, this soy sauce provides a robust, well-balanced saltiness and a rich aromatic finish that enhances meats, vegetables, and grains without overpowering them.

Why It Works

• Naturally Brewed Tradition: Crafted using traditional methods to ensure a complex, multi-layered flavor profile that synthetic sauces cannot match.
• Professional Grade Color: Delivers a beautiful, deep amber hue to finished dishes, enhancing visual plate appeal.
• Bulk 18.9 Litre Economy: The standard 5-gallon pail size for industrial kitchens, offering maximum value and reducing frequent re-ordering.
• Non-GM Soybeans: Formulated with high-quality ingredients for a cleaner label that modern diners demand.
• Versatile Performance: Works equally well as a finishing sauce, a cooking base, or a foundational ingredient for signature house sauces.
• Fast Calgary Logistics: Stocked locally in Alberta, we provide rapid, tracked shipping across Canada to keep your high-volume production moving.

Use Cases

• The Ultimate Marinade Base: Combine with Quality Garlic Powder and ginger for a cost-effective, high-volume chicken or beef marinade.
• Signature Fried Rice: Use as the primary seasoning for large-batch rice production to ensure consistent color and savory depth.
• Bulk Teriyaki Sauce: Simmer with brown sugar and mirin to create a thick, glossy house teriyaki at a fraction of the cost of pre-made versions.
• Soup & Broth Enhancer: Add a splash to beef or vegetable stocks to instantly deepen the color and provide an umami-rich "salt" element.

Specifications

• Brand: Lee Kum Kee
• Product Line: Chef's Select
• Size: 18.9 Litre (5 US Gallons)
• Format: Heavy-Duty Plastic Foodservice Pail with Resealable Spout
• Ingredients: Water, Salt, Soybeans, Sugar, Wheat Flour, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Disodium 5'-Inosinate, Disodium 5'-Guanylate.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Close the spout tightly after use to maintain freshness and prevent oxidation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this "Light" or "Dark" soy sauce?
Chef's Select is a "Regular" or "All-Purpose" soy sauce. It offers the balanced saltiness of a light soy sauce with a slightly richer color, making it versatile enough for almost all cooking applications.

How do I dispense from a 18.9 L pail?
The pail features a standard pull-up spout. For easier daily use, most chefs decant the sauce into smaller squeeze bottles or 4L jugs at their prep stations.

Is this product gluten-free?
No. Traditional naturally brewed soy sauce contains wheat as a foundational ingredient. If you require a gluten-free option, look for Lee Kum Kee Tamari.

Does it contain MSG?
Chef's Select uses flavor enhancers like Disodium 5'-Inosinate to achieve its professional umami profile. Please refer to the ingredients list for full details.

What is the shelf life?
Unopened, this soy sauce is extremely shelf-stable and lasts for 18–24 months. Once opened, it should be used within 6 months for peak flavor, though its high salt content makes it naturally resistant to spoilage.

Why buy from ChickenPieces.com?
ChickenPieces.com is 100% Canadian-owned and based in Calgary. We specialize in the high-volume industrial staples that power Canada’s commercial kitchens. Shipping from Alberta ensures your bulk pails arrive fast and secure.

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