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Vegetable Stir-fry Sauce Recipe

Chinese · Condiment · 10 min total

A versatile, savory sauce that brings any stir-fry to life with a perfect balance of soy, ginger, and garlic. Ready in minutes, it's a staple for quick weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
2. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.
3. Heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Pour in the sauce mixture and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
4. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens to a glaze-like consistency. Remove from heat.
5. Use immediately or let cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Tips

• For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
• Double the batch and keep it on hand for quick stir-fries.
• Add a tablespoon of hoisin sauce for extra depth of flavor.

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