Description
This homemade stir-fry sauce is a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and umami flavors, making it ideal for quick and easy meals. Use it on vegetables, chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu. It’s versatile, meal-prep friendly, and better than store-bought versions. Perfect for stir-fries, noodles, and rice dishes!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water (or broth), brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- In a separate small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in a few tablespoons of water, then stir it into the soy sauce mixture.
- Heat a small saucepan over medium heat and pour in the sauce mixture.
- Stir continuously and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and use immediately, or let it cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes