Soy-Free General Tso Sauce
Elevate your favorite Asian-inspired dishes with this Soy-Free General Tso Sauce, a delicious twist on the popular sweet-and-savory classic. Crafted using tamari as a soy-free alternative, along with fragrant garlic powder, ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes, this recipe delivers bold flavor without compromising dietary needs. A splash of sesame oil adds aromatic depth, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce achieves a smooth, velvety texture. Perfect for stir-fries, crispy chicken, or tofu, this easy-to-make sauce comes together in just 15 minutes, making it a versatile and quick addition to your culinary repertoire. Whether you're avoiding soy or simply seeking a gluten-free version of General Tso’s, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Tamari (gluten-free)
- 1 cup Chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Hoison sauce (soy-free)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the tamari with the chicken broth (or vegetable broth), rice vinegar, soy-free hoisin sauce, and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to form a smooth slurry. This will help to thicken the sauce.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the garlic powder, ground ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes to the soy-free sauce mixture. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent the ingredients from sticking to the pan.
Once simmering, slowly add the cornstarch slurry while constantly stirring. This will thicken the sauce; continue stirring for about 2-3 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired thickness.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the sesame oil for added fragrance and flavor.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before transferring it to a jar or using it immediately with your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5229 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 377 mg | 8% | |
*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.
