Ingredients
Stir Fry Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
- ¼ cup brown sugar or honey
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot starch
- ½ cup cold water (for cornstarch slurry)
Instructions
- Combine sauce ingredients: In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar (or honey), and red pepper flakes if using. Stir to mix all ingredients well.
- Bring to simmer: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld together for a few minutes.
- Prepare cornstarch slurry: While the sauce is heating, in a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with ½ cup cold water until smooth and lump-free.
- Thicken the sauce: Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce. Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and reaches a glossy consistency, about 5 minutes.
- Cool and store: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool. Transfer the sauce into an airtight jar or container and refrigerate. The sauce can be stored for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- Adjust the amount of brown sugar or honey to taste depending on desired sweetness.
- Omit red pepper flakes for a mild sauce or increase for more heat.
- Make sure to whisk the cornstarch with cold water to avoid lumps when thickening the sauce.
- This sauce is perfect for stir fry dishes, marinades, or as a dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
