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General Tso Sauce (Easy!)

A rich & flavorful sauce that's sweet, savory, and so delicious. It's super easy to assemble in 10 minutes or less. Make it mild or spicy - your choice!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 (1/4-cup servings)
Calories: 64 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Vegan , gluten-free

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup vegetable broth
  • 3 Tbsp. tamari (or soy sauce)
  • 2-3 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
  • 2 Tbsp. rice vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. hoisin sauce
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 2 tsp. sesame seeds (optional)
For spicy version (optional):
  • 2 Tbsp. sweet chili sauce, 1-2 tsp. sriracha, 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, or black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Place all ingredients in a small saucepan on the stove over medium heat.
  2. Bring to a light simmer and heat for 4-5 minutes, whisking occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  3. Remove from heat and serve.

Notes

  • Other possible additions: 1-2 cloves garlic (minced), 1/2 tsp. ginger (freshly grated), 1-2 tsp. toasted sesame oil, 1 Tbsp. Shaoxing wine, 1 tsp. tomato paste, minced green onions.
  • For gluten-free: Use tamari and a gluten-free hoisin sauce. (San-J brand makes GF hoisin.)
  • For oil-free: Make sure your hoisin is oil-free or omit it.
  • Yield: Recipe makes about 1 heaping cup sauce.

Nutrition Information

Calories 64kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 0.1mg (0%) Potassium 61mg (2%) Fiber 0.4g (2%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 84IU (2%) Vitamin C 0.01mg (0%) Calcium 25mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4(1/4-cup servings)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 64

% Daily Value*

Calories 64kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g 1%
Cholesterol 0.1mg 0%
Potassium 61mg 1%
Fiber 0.4g 2%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 84IU 2%
Vitamin C 0.01mg 0%
Calcium 25mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.