Looking for a rainy-day activity that's part cooking, part science experiment, and 100% fun? Say hello to Dark Soy Science—an exciting way to explore natural food colour using your favourite pantry staple: Winn Sauce!
At Winn Foods, we believe learning should be delicious. That's why we're blending hands-on fun with the deep, rich tones of Winn Dark Soy Sauce to show how food can teach kids about colours, chemistry, and cooking—all in one go. It's pure Easy Peasy Chinesey magic!
This fun activity teaches children how dark soy sauce can be used to create natural food colour. As the sauce simmers and reduces, it thickens and darkens, intensifying its deep caramel tones. It's a great way to demonstrate how heat changes liquid consistency and flavour—all from your kitchen.
Start by pouring about three tablespoons of Winn Sauce into a small pan and gently simmering it on low heat. Let it reduce until it becomes thick and syrupy. Once it cools down, you'll notice a shiny, dark glaze that can be used just like food-safe paint. Stir in a small amount of sugar if you'd like a glossy finish.
Now the fun begins. Use a clean food brush, cotton swab, or even the back of a spoon to "paint" on white bread, rice paper, or plain rotis. Kids can draw faces, write their names, or design little dragons and dumplings. If you'd like to set the design permanently, you can toast the bread or roti for a few minutes—the soy art darkens and looks stunning!
To take things a step further, mix in a drop of Winn Red Chilli Sauce for a spicy version of your edible paint. You can even make a full DIY bento box with rice, noodles, and soy-stamped bread—straight from My Chinese Kitchen.
This activity introduces kids to basic science concepts like reduction and viscosity while keeping them engaged and excited. It also opens the door to talking about how soy sauce plays an important role in Chinese cooking traditions.
Tried this at home or in your classroom? We'd love to see your creations! Share your edible soy art and tag @WinnFoods using the hashtag #EasyPeasyChinesey. Your masterpiece might just be featured!
With just a spoonful of Winn Sauce, you can turn a rainy day into a rich, colourful, flavourful adventure. That's the power of creativity—and Winn Foods.
