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Stir Fry Sauce Recipe

Easy Stir Fry Sauce Recipe for Flavorful Homemade Meals

Discover this quick Stir Fry Sauce Recipe that transforms simple ingredients into delicious meals.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth use vegetable broth for a vegetarian alternative
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce substitute with tamari for a gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce thicker and less salty than light soy sauce
For the Sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce switch to hoisin sauce for a vegetarian version
  • 2 tablespoons honey consider pure maple syrup as a substitute
For the Aromatics
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil use toasted sesame oil for a more robust flavor
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger minced, fresh is preferred over pre-minced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced, always opt for fresh garlic
For Thickening & Acidity
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch thicken the sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar fresh lime juice is a lovely zesty touch
For Heat (Optional)
  • crushed red pepper flakes add to taste for a spicy kick

Equipment

  • Bowl or Jar
  • large skillet or wok
  • whisk or shaker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl or a jar, combine chicken broth, water, soy sauces, oyster sauce, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add cooking oil. Wait until the oil shimmers.
  3. Add your choice of protein, cooking for 5-7 minutes until browned. Set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, stir-fry your vegetables for 3-5 minutes until bright and crisp-tender.
  5. Return protein to the skillet and add stir fry sauce, cooking for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Serve hot over rice or your preferred base.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Adjust the heat to your liking after cooking. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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