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    Stir Fry Sauce - Easy and Best Homemade Recipe

    Published: November 1, 2022 by Sangeetha Vel | Updated: June 13, 2024 Leave a Comment

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    Let's see how to make this Homemade Stir Fry Sauce! It's sweet, savory, and just a bit spicy, perfect for enhancing any stir fry. Whether you're using chicken, tofu, or vegetables, this sauce adds an authentic Asian flavor to your meal. With simple ingredients like soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and honey, it's sure to become a favorite for your weeknight dishes.

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    What You’ll Find On This Page
    • Ingredients and Substitutions Overview
    • How to Make Stir Fry Sauce at home?
    • Stir Fry Sauce
    • Recipe Video
    • Chef's Notes and Tips
    • Nutrition Info
    • How to Use this Stir-fry Sauce?
    • Storage Suggestions

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    Ingredients and Substitutions Overview

    To make this Homemade Stir Fry Sauce, gather a few staple Asian pantry items. These ingredients are easy to find in most Asian grocery stores. Here’s what you’ll need:

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    • Ginger and Garlic: Fresh ginger and garlic deliver a strong flavor essential to this sauce. For longer storage, consider using powdered versions as they keep well and still provide good flavor.
    • Soy Sauce: Choose low-sodium soy sauce to keep the flavor strong but the salt lower.
    • Rice Vinegar: This adds a nice tang, balancing out the flavors.
    • Chili Flakes: For a bit of heat, add chili flakes. If you prefer something less spicy, black pepper powder is a good substitute, offering a milder, earthy flavor.
    • Brown Sugar and Honey: You can use either or both to sweeten the sauce. Honey will give it a lovely sheen and a smooth sweetness, while brown sugar provides a rich, caramel-like depth.
    • Chicken or Veggie Stock: Adds depth to the sauce's flavor. If you don’t have stock, water can be used as a substitute, though it may result in a milder flavor.
    • Sesame Oil: This oil adds a unique, nutty flavor. If unavailable, you can substitute it with soybean or peanut oil, which will alter the taste slightly but still work well.

    How to Make Stir Fry Sauce at home?

    Now, let's make this flavorful Homemade Stir Fry Sauce. With my step-by-step photos and helpful video, you’ll find it easy to recreate this delicious sauce in your kitchen. Let’s begin the recipe!

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    Stir Fry Sauce

    This Homemade Stir Fry Sauce, blending sweet, savory, and a touch of spice, is a versatile staple in Asian cuisine. Perfect for quick stir-fries, it pairs beautifully with vegetables, chicken, shrimp, fish, tofu, or red meats. The foundation of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a hint of sweetness enhances every dish.
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    Author: Sangeetha Vel
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    Course: Dips & Condiments
    Cuisine: Asian
    Prep: 5 minutes mins
    Cook: 15 minutes mins
    Adjust 6 servings

    Ingredients
     
     

    For Sauce

    • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil
    • 1 tbsp Ginger, chopped
    • 1 tbsp Garlic , chopped
    • 4 Dry Red Chili
    • ¼ cup Soy Sauce, low sodium
    • 1½ tsp Chili Flakes
    • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
    • 2 tbsp Honey
    • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar
    • 1 cup Chicken Stock, or Vegetable Stock

    Cornstarch Slurry

    • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
    • 3 tbsp Water
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    Instructions
     

    Making Stir Fry Sauce

    • Start by heating oil in a pan over medium heat. Add ginger, garlic, and dry red chilies, sautéing until they release their aroma.
      Sauteing aromatics in a frying pan.
    • Add in the soy sauce, chili flakes, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, and your choice of chicken or vegetable stock. Stir everything together thoroughly.
      Stir fry sauce mixture in a pan.
    • Let the mixture reach a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 3 to 4 minutes to blend the flavors.
      Stir fry sauce mixture boiling in a pan.
    • Add the cornstarch slurry (specified amount of cornstarch diluted in water) to the pan, stirring continuously to ensure it blends smoothly.
      Stirring cornstarch slurry to the sauce mixture.
    • Continue to simmer the sauce on low heat until it thickens into a glossy, saucy consistency, perfect for coating your stir-fry ingredients.
      Thickened stir fry sauce in a pan.
    • Once thickened, remove the sauce from heat. It’s now ready to use or can be stored for later
      Showing the consistency of stir fry sauce.

    Using

    • Enhance your favorite stir-fry dishes with this Stir Fry Sauce, whether it's chicken, vegetable, or shrimp stir-fry. It’s perfect for adding a burst of flavor to every dish.
      Serving the stir fry sauce in a white bowl.

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    Chef's Notes and Tips

    Here are my tips to customize your Teriyaki Sauce just the way you like it:
    • Spice Level: Adjust the chili flakes to suit your taste. Start with a smaller amount for a milder sauce and add more if you like it hotter.
    • Sweetness: The balance of honey and brown sugar in the recipe generally provides a well-rounded sweetness. For those who prefer a sweeter sauce, you can taste and adjust these ingredients as needed.
    • Flavor Depth: Choosing chicken or vegetable stock over water can significantly enhance the sauce’s flavor, offering a richer taste experience.
    • Use Salt Carefully: Since soy sauce and stock already contain salt, I haven't added additional salt to this recipe. However, taste your sauce and add a little more if needed to suit your preference.
    • Consistency Adjustments: Depending on the desired thickness of your sauce, you can adjust the consistency by adding a cornstarch slurry (mix a small amount of cornstarch with water) at the end of cooking. This allows you to thicken the sauce if needed, making it perfect for clinging to your ingredients.
    • Aromatic Enhancements: For an extra layer of flavor, consider sautéing some finely chopped onion or shallots in the saucepan before adding the other sauce ingredients. This will add a subtle sweetness and richness to the sauce.
    • Acidity Balance: If you find the sauce too sweet or rich, try adding a splash of fresh lime juice. This will brighten the flavors and adjust the flavor balance.

    Nutrition Info

    Serving: 4tbsp | Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 607mg | Potassium: 91mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.5mg

    Disclaimer

    We're not nutrition experts, and the nutritional information provided is an estimate. Please use it as a guide. For precise details, it's best to consult a professional. To learn more, please view our Detailed Disclaimers.

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    Looking for more? Explore our collection of Asian stir-fry sauces and recipes. From classic stir-fries to traditional dishes, we offer a wide range of flavors from Asian cuisine. Check them out and enjoy!

    How to Use this Stir-fry Sauce?

    This stir-fry sauce is versatile and perfect for a variety of Asian dishes. For individual servings of vegetable, chicken, shrimp, or fish stir-fries, use about 3 to 4 tablespoons of the sauce. Enhance your favorite stir-fries with chicken, shrimp, vegetables, or tofu, or add it to any Asian-inspired recipe for an extra burst of flavor.

    Storage Suggestions

    To keep the sauce fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For longer storage, up to 3 weeks, use ginger and garlic powders instead of fresh. This helps maintain the sauce's quality and flavor over time. Remember to give it a good stir before each use to blend the ingredients well.

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