Keto General Tso Sauce
Elevate your low-carb cooking with this irresistible Keto General Tso Sauce—a bold, savory, and slightly spicy sauce that’s perfect for adding a keto-friendly twist to your favorite dishes. Made with pantry staples like soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a touch of sambal oelek for heat, this sauce strikes a perfect balance of tangy, umami-rich flavors. Sweetened naturally with erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, it’s completely sugar-free, while a pinch of xanthan gum ensures the ideal thick and glossy texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect for tossing with stir-fried chicken, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or even using as a dipping sauce. Garnish with fresh scallions for an extra pop of flavor and freshness. Enjoy a guilt-free take on a takeout classic, perfect for anyone embracing a low-carb or ketogenic lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 2 teaspoons sambal oelek or chili paste
- 0.5 teaspoon xanthan gum
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons scallions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
Add the erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, sambal oelek, and water. Stir until the sweetener is completely dissolved.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, pour the sauce mixture and bring it to a gentle boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and gradually sprinkle in the xanthan gum while stirring continuously to avoid clumps.
Simmer the sauce for about 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency. Stir continuously during this time to ensure even thickening.
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before using.
If desired, garnish with chopped scallions before serving. This sauce can be used immediately, or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2450 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 279 mg | 6% | |
*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.
