Stir Fry Sauce with Soy, Sesame Oil, and Cornstarch Recipe
A simple and versatile stir fry sauce made with reduced sodium soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and cornstarch. This sauce adds a rich, savory flavor and a perfect silky texture to your stir fry dishes. It pairs beautifully with fresh minced garlic and ginger to bring out the authentic Asian-inspired taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Stir Fry Sauce
- 1/3 cup + 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: Add the soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and cornstarch to a mason jar. Screw on the lid tightly and shake vigorously to thoroughly combine all the ingredients into a uniform sauce.
- Prepare your stir fry base: When cooking your stir fry vegetables and protein, use fresh minced garlic and fresh minced ginger. Cook these first with your stir fry ingredients to develop flavor and enhance the overall taste of your dish.
- Add the stir fry sauce: Once your stir fry ingredients are mostly cooked, pour in the prepared stir fry sauce. Stir well and continue cooking for an additional 3 to 5 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken and properly coat all the components of your stir fry. This thickening step is crucial as the cornstarch requires heat and time to activate.
- Adjust serving size carefully: This sauce recipe makes enough for about 8 servings of stir fry served over unsalted rice or noodles. Because it is highly concentrated and salty, add only a small amount if you are preparing a smaller portion. Start with a few tablespoons and adjust to taste to avoid overwhelming your dish.
Notes
- This sauce is highly concentrated and salty; intended to be used with unsalted rice or noodles.
- Fresh minced garlic and ginger are essential to achieve the best flavor.
- Allow the sauce to cook for 3-5 minutes after adding to stir fry to let the cornstarch thicken the sauce properly.
- Adjust the quantity of sauce according to your portion size to avoid excess saltiness.
- Use reduced sodium soy sauce or tamari for a healthier option with less salt.
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