Classic Stir-Fry Sauce
Elevate your stir-fry game with this quick and flavorful Classic Stir-Fry Sauce, crafted to bring bold, restaurant-quality taste to your home-cooked meals. Made with a vibrant blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil, this recipe balances savory, sweet, and tangy notes with the addition of rice vinegar and brown sugar. Fresh garlic and ginger lend aromatic depth, while red pepper flakes deliver a subtle kick for those who love a hint of spice. A cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce thickens perfectly, coating every bite of your favorite protein and veggies. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile stir-fry sauce will instantly transform rice or noodles into a delectable masterpiece. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep, it's a must-try for fans of Asian-inspired cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine well the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and brown sugar until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Add minced garlic and ginger to the sauce mixture and stir to incorporate.
In a small bowl, create a cornstarch slurry by whisking together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth.
Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the main sauce mixture to avoid any lumps.
Add red pepper flakes and black pepper to the sauce for a touch of heat; adjust to taste.
Pour the prepared stir-fry sauce into a pan or wok with your choice of cooked protein and vegetables.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and all ingredients are well coated.
Serve hot over rice or noodles and enjoy your easy yet flavorful homemade stir-fry dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.1 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3442 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 328 mg | 7% | |
*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.
