Classic Stir Fry Sauce
Elevate your homemade stir fry dishes with this quick and easy Classic Stir Fry Sauce, the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and aromatic flavors! Made with pantry staples like soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar, this versatile sauce comes together in just 10 minutes and is ideal for coating vegetables, meats, or tofu. The added punch of fresh garlic and zesty ginger gives it an authentic Asian-inspired flair, while a simple cornstarch slurry ensures the perfect glossy texture. Whether you're whipping up a weeknight dinner or meal prepping, this customizable stir fry sauce will transform any dish into a restaurant-quality masterpiece. Perfect for busy home cooks, this recipe yields enough sauce for four servings and is guaranteed to impress!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 0.5 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
Directions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
Step 2
Add the vegetable broth and brown sugar to the bowl. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Step 3
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a slurry. This will thicken the sauce.
Step 4
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 5
Peel and grate the fresh ginger.
Step 6
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the sauce mixture.
Step 7
Finally, stir in the cornstarch slurry, mixing well to combine all the ingredients.
Step 8
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more soy sauce for saltiness or brown sugar for sweetness if desired.
Step 9
The sauce is now ready to be used in your stir fry. Add it to your vegetables and protein during the last few minutes of cooking, stirring well to coat everything evenly and allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (354.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 366.6 |
| Total Fat 15.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5769.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.9g | |
| Protein 14.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 93.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 735.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories