Chinese Style Tofu Sauce

Elevate your plant-based dishes with this vibrant Chinese Style Tofu Sauce, a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and umami flavors. Infused with aromatic minced garlic, fresh ginger, and a hint of scallions, this homemade sauce features a rich base of soy sauce, oyster sauce (or its vegetarian alternative), and dark soy sauce, with a splash of rice vinegar for tangy depth. Sesame oil adds a nutty fragrance, while an optional sprinkle of red chili flakes provides a customizable kick. Thickened to a silky texture with cornstarch, this quick and easy sauce takes just 15 minutes to prepare and beautifully complements tofu, vegetables, or rice. Whether used as a marinade, stir-fry sauce, or topping, this versatile recipe is a must-have for fans of authentic Chinese flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 100 milliliters Water
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 2 stalks Scallions, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional, for heat)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch. Whisk together until the sugar and cornstarch are fully dissolved, then add the water to the mixture. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat a small saucepan or skillet over medium heat and add a touch of oil if necessary.

Step 3

Sauté the minced garlic and ginger for about 1 minute or until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.

Step 4

Add in the prepared sauce mixture and stir continuously to prevent lumps. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Cook the sauce for 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped scallions and optional red chili flakes, if using, and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

Step 7

Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Taste and adjust salt or sugar levels as needed.

Step 8

Serve immediately over tofu, use as a marinade, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(272.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	229.2

Total Fat 14.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3739.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 7.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 62.0mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 381.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.2%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 33.0%