Low Sodium Classic Stir-Fry Sauce
Elevate your home-cooked meals with this Low Sodium Classic Stir-Fry Sauce, a flavorful and heart-healthy alternative to traditional high-sodium versions. Crafted with low sodium soy sauce, aromatic fresh garlic, and ginger, plus a hint of sweetness from honey, this versatile sauce delivers bold, balanced flavors while keeping salt levels in check. A splash of rice vinegar adds tang, while dark sesame oil brings depth and richness, perfect for pairing with your favorite stir-fried proteins and veggies. The easy-to-make cornstarch slurry ensures a perfectly silky texture, and a dash of red pepper flakes provides just the right amount of heat. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and wholesome sauce is your new go-to for transforming everyday stir-fries into something truly special.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the low sodium soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and honey until well combined.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth to create a slurry.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the soy sauce mixture, whisking constantly to ensure no lumps form.
Transfer the mixture to a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
Reduce heat to low and continue to cook for about 2-3 minutes or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and stir in the red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, adjusting to taste if needed.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before using it in your favorite stir-fry dish.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.9 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2311 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 274 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.
