Name: Easy Stir Fry Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup water; 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce; 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; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Why Make This Recipe

Making your own stir fry sauce at home is easy and satisfying. This recipe is quick to prepare and uses simple ingredients. Making your sauce allows you to control the flavors and adjust the sweetness or spice to your liking. Plus, it tastes better than store-bought options!

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How to Make Easy Stir Fry Sauce

Ingredients:

1/2 cup water
1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
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
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the water, soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes if you are using them.
You can use this sauce in any stir fry. Cook over medium-high heat until the sauce thickens slightly.

How to Serve Easy Stir Fry Sauce

You can serve this stir fry sauce over your favorite cooked vegetables, meat, or tofu. It pairs well with rice or noodles to soak up the delicious flavors. Just toss your stir-fried ingredients with the sauce just before serving.

How to Store Easy Stir Fry Sauce

Store any leftover stir fry sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for about one week. When you’re ready to use it again, you may need to give it a good shake or stir to mix everything back together.

Tips to Make Easy Stir Fry Sauce

Be sure to whisk the ingredients well to break up the cornstarch. This will help avoid any lumps.
Taste the sauce after mixing and adjust the honey or brown sugar if you prefer it sweeter.
If you like it spicy, feel free to add more red pepper flakes.

Variation

You can add other ingredients to customize your sauce. For a citrus twist, consider adding a splash of orange juice or lime juice. For a richer flavor, you can add a spoonful of peanut butter.

FAQs

Can I use regular soy sauce instead of low-sodium?

Yes, but keep in mind that regular soy sauce is saltier. You may want to reduce the amount used.

Can I make this sauce ahead of time?

Absolutely! You can make it a few days ahead and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to use it.

What else can I use this sauce for?

Besides stir fry, this sauce is great as a marinade for meats or a dressing for salads.