Stir Fry Sauce Recipe | Sugar-Free & Low Carb
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
1 cup
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Calories
90 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Stir Fry Sauce Recipe | Sugar-Free & Low Carb
Description
The Stir Fry Sauce Recipe | Sugar-Free & Low Carb uses liquid aminos and low sodium chicken broth as its foundation, providing a salty, umami taste without added sugars. Sesame oil adds depth and a toasty aroma, complemented by the acidity of rice vinegar. Fresh minced ginger and garlic contribute bright, aromatic notes while a sugar substitute maintains sweetness without carbs. The sauce is thickened by combining cornstarch with water to achieve a smooth texture that clings well to stir-fried ingredients.
Mixing all components and whisking them thoroughly creates a harmonious blend usable immediately or stored in a mason jar. Variations include substituting arrowroot or ground seeds for cornstarch to adjust carbohydrate content. The broth can be swapped to suit different proteins, such as beef or vegetables, lending flexibility to this sauce for various stir fry dishes.
This sauce is ideal for cooks seeking to enhance their stir fries with a flavorful, sugar-free glaze that balances tanginess, umami, and mild sweetness while keeping carbs low. It complements a wide range of vegetables and proteins and can be prepared ahead to simplify meal assembly.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup liquid aminos
- 1/4 cup chicken broth low sodium
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar sugar-free
- 1 teaspoon ginger fresh minced
- 1 garlic minced, clove
- 1 teaspoon sugar substitute
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch see options for lower carb mixed with
- 1 Tablespoon water
Instructions
- Mince ginger and garlic and place in a small bowl.
- Add liquid aminos, broth, sesame oil, rice vinegar and whisk all ingredients together.
- In s separate small bowl mix together cornstarch and water until smooth. Add to sauce and mix until incorporated.
- Store in a mason jar or use right away.
Notes
- Alternatives to cornstarch include arrowroot, ground psyllium husk, or ground chia seeds for thickening.
- Use low sodium soy sauce as a substitute for liquid aminos if preferred.
- Adjust the broth type according to the main protein, such as beef or vegetable broth for different flavor bases.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 90 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 cup | |
| Calories | 90kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Sodium | 881mg | 37% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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