General Tso Sauce Recipe
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5.0
90 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings of about 1/4 cup
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Calories
111 kcal
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Course
Condiments
General Tso Sauce Recipe
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This General Tso Sauce is rich, sweet, and spicy, making it perfect for all your favorite stir-fry dishes. Once I learned how to make it at home, it completely changed the way I cook. I use it for marinating meat or tofu, and even as a dip. The first time I tasted it, I was completely hooked. And yes, you can make it too in just 10 minutes. This homemade version truly puts any takeout or store-bought sauce to shame.
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Ingredients
- 3 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth low sodium
- 3 tablespoons white sugar
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
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Instructions
- In a medium pot, add all the ingredients and whisk to combine. Place it over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until it starts to simmer.
- Continue to cook for 5 minutes, until the mixture begins to thicken. Once the sauce is thickened, remove from heat.
- Use immediately, or let cool and transfer to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate.
Notes
- When I first started making sauces at home, I realized the biggest difference between store-bought and homemade was the use of fresh aromatics. I always make sure to use fresh garlic, ginger, and green onions whenever I can. These ingredients instantly elevate the flavors, giving the sauce that sharp, vibrant kick you just don’t get from a jar.
- I always whisk the sauce ingredients well before cooking. This helps ensure everything blends smoothly and prevents lumps from forming when thickening with cornstarch.
- Hoisin sauce adds that authentic Chinese flavor to dishes, but if you don’t have it, you can mix barbecue sauce with Sriracha and a little Chinese five-spice powder. However, I highly recommend picking up hoisin, it’s used in so many Chinese recipes and lasts a year in the fridge.
- Not everyone loves garlic, so if you prefer a subtle flavor, go for garlic powder. But if you enjoy a stronger garlic kick, fresh minced garlic is the way to go.
- Chinkiang vinegar is a great alternative to rice vinegar if you want something with a deeper flavor. I like to use it in some of my recipes for a more complex taste.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
111kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
24g
(8%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
0g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0g
(0%)
Cholesterol
0mg
(0%)
Sodium
1322mg
(55%)
Potassium
85mg
(2%)
Fiber
0g
(0%)
Sugar
20g
(40%)
Vitamin A
35IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
2.1mg
(2%)
Calcium
14mg
(1%)
Iron
0.7mg
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings of about 1/4 cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 111 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 111kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1322mg | 55% |
| Potassium | 85mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 35IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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