All Purpose Green Tea Sauce
Elevate your cooking routine with this versatile All Purpose Green Tea Sauce, a savory and tangy condiment packed with bold flavors and healthful ingredients. This easy, 15-minute sauce combines the earthy richness of freshly brewed green tea with the umami depth of soy sauce, the natural sweetness of honey or maple syrup, and the aromatic blend of garlic and ginger. Enhanced with sesame oil and rice vinegar, then thickened perfectly with a cornstarch slurry, this silky sauce is an ideal companion for drizzling over roasted vegetables, glazing proteins, or tossing with noodles. Whether you're looking to brighten up weeknight dinners or impress guests with a unique Asian-inspired twist, this green tea sauce is a must-try. Simple to make, adaptable for various diets, and perfect for meal prep—it’s your go-to recipe for flavor-packed meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons green tea (loose leaf or 2 tea bags)
- 1 cup hot water
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
Bring 1 cup of hot water (just below boiling) to a simmer and steep the green tea for 3-5 minutes, then remove the tea leaves or tea bags. Set the brewed tea aside to cool slightly.
In a small saucepan, combine the brewed green tea, soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a smooth slurry.
Slowly pour the slurry into the saucepan while stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
Cook the sauce for about 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the sauce from heat and allow it to cool slightly before using.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1743 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.7 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 191 mg | 4% | |
*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.
