Gingered Soy Sauce
Elevate your dishes with the bold and aromatic flavors of Gingered Soy Sauce, a quick and versatile condiment that comes together in just 10 minutes! This savory blend combines rich soy sauce with freshly grated ginger, minced garlic, and a touch of brown sugar for a perfect balance of sweet and salty. A splash of rice vinegar and a drizzle of sesame oil add depth, while optional red chili flakes lend a hint of spice for heat lovers. Perfect as a dipping sauce, marinade, or drizzle over stir-fries, this homemade recipe is a healthier and more flavorful alternative to store-bought sauces. Garnish with fresh green onions for a vibrant finishing touch and serve warm or at room temperature. This simple yet sophisticated sauce will instantly enhance any meal, making it a must-have in your kitchen repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger root
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 stalk Green onions (for garnish, optional)
Directions
Step 1
Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger root.
Step 2
Mince the garlic cloves into small pieces.
Step 3
In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and water.
Step 4
Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the brown sugar.
Step 5
Once the sauce is heated through and the flavors are well combined (about 3-5 minutes), remove it from the heat.
Step 6
If desired, stir in the red chili flakes for a touch of heat.
Step 7
Let the sauce cool slightly, then transfer it to a small serving dish or jar.
Step 8
Garnish with thinly sliced green onions if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (222.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 250.0 |
| Total Fat 14.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4615.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 20.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.9g | |
| Protein 12.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 71.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 545.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories