Description
This easy stir fry sauce is a quick and versatile homemade sauce that combines sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Ready in just 5 minutes with simple ingredients, it enhances any stir fry dish for a delicious dinner any night of the week. The recipe yields about 1 cup of sauce, perfect for serving 4 to 6 people.
Ingredients
Stir Fry Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup water
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce (use gluten-free tamari for gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the water, low-sodium soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, grated garlic, grated fresh ginger, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes if using. Make sure the cornstarch is fully dissolved for a smooth sauce.
- Cook the sauce: Pour the sauce into your stir fry pan or wok over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy. This usually takes just a few minutes.
- Use immediately: Add this sauce to your stir fry vegetables, meats, or tofu and toss well to coat evenly. Serve hot for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- Use low-sodium gluten-free soy sauce or tamari to make this recipe gluten-free.
- The sauce can be adjusted in sweetness or spice by varying the amount of honey and red pepper flakes.
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with brown sugar or maple syrup.
- Make the sauce ahead of time but add cornstarch last to prevent clumping when reheating.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian