Stir Fry Sauce

Name: Stir Fry Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 3 people
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1/2 cup water

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings
3 people
Calories
272 kcal
Course
Condiments
Cuisine
Chinese

Stir Fry Sauce

Kelsey Carr

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This Stir Fry Sauce combines soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, cornstarch, and water into a mildly sweet and savory sauce with a thickened texture. Heated gently until slightly thick, it serves as a savory glaze for Asian stir-fry dishes, enhancing meat and vegetables with balanced umami and a touch of sweetness.

Description

The Stir Fry Sauce recipe uses soy sauce and oyster sauce for a rich, savory base combined with sesame oil’s subtle aroma and sugar’s mild sweetness. Cornstarch and water create a slurry that thickens the sauce when heated over low heat, resulting in a glossy, smooth consistency that clings well to stir-fried ingredients.

This sauce is versatile for a variety of Asian-inspired stir-fries, adding depth and slightly sweet balance to the savory flavors of meats, seafood, or vegetables. Preparing it in a saucepan and heating gently ensures the cornstarch thickens without clumping.

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Ingredients

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Stir Fry Sauce

2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup water

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Stir Fry Sauce

Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan and stir to mix well.
Heat up the sauce over low heat until it slightly thickens. The sauce is now ready to be used for Asian stir-fry dishes.

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Serving 3people Calories 272kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 73mg (24%) Sodium 1174mg (49%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%)