Whole30 General Tso Sauce
Elevate your Whole30 menu with this irresistibly bold and flavorful Whole30 General Tso Sauce. A healthier twist on the classic takeout favorite, this sauce blends coconut aminos, freshly squeezed orange juice, and unsweetened apple juice for a naturally sweet and tangy base, while garlic, ginger, and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes add an aromatic, spicy kick. Thickened with arrowroot powder, it achieves the perfect velvety consistency without any added sugars or artificial ingredients. Ready in just 15 minutes, this gluten-free, soy-free, and paleo-friendly sauce is perfect for drizzling over stir-fries, coating crispy chicken, or serving as a dipping sauce. Make a batch ahead of time and savor the ultimate guilt-free indulgence all week long!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 0.25 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.25 cup apple juice, unsweetened
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder
- 2 tablespoons water
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, combine the arrowroot powder and water to create a slurry. Stir until the powder is completely dissolved and set aside.
Step 2
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the coconut aminos, rice vinegar, freshly squeezed orange juice, unsweetened apple juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Step 3
Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
Step 4
Once simmering, add the arrowroot slurry into the saucepan. Stir continuously to prevent clumping.
Step 5
Continue to simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes, or until it has thickened to your desired consistency.
Step 6
Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before using.
Step 7
Serve over your favorite Whole30-compliant dishes or use as a dipping sauce.
Step 8
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (316.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 215.0 |
| Total Fat 0.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2135.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.8g | |
| Protein 1.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 28.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 219.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories