Gluten-Free General Tso Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this Gluten-Free General Tso Sauce, a perfect blend of savory, tangy, and sweet flavors that's free of gluten yet full of deliciousness. Crafted with tamari, rice vinegar, gluten-free hoisin sauce, and a hint of sesame oil, this sauce is the ideal complement to stir-fried chicken, crispy tofu, or steamed vegetables. A touch of ginger and garlic adds aromatic depth, while crushed red pepper flakes provide a subtle kick. Quick and easy to make in just 15 minutes, this sauce thickens beautifully with a cornstarch slurry for that signature glossy texture that clings perfectly to your ingredients. Whether you're gluten-sensitive or simply looking to try a healthier alternative, this homemade General Tso sauce will transform your favorite Asian-inspired dishes into restaurant-quality delights.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Hoison sauce (gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 cup Water
- 2 teaspoons Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water, stirring until smooth to create a slurry. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the tamari, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, remaining water, minced garlic, minced ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture, allowing the sugar to dissolve and the ingredients to combine, about 2-3 minutes.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
Stir the cornstarch slurry again to ensure smoothness and then slowly add it to the simmering sauce while stirring continuously.
Continue to cook the sauce, stirring, until it thickens to your desired consistency, about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the sesame oil for added flavor.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before using it to coat your choice of cooked chicken, tofu, or vegetables.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
322 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3415 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 241 mg | 5% | |
*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.
