General Tso Sauce
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Elevate your stir-fry game with this homemade General Tso Sauce! It’s a delicious blend of rich, sweet, and spicy flavors that make every dish pop. The best part? You can whip it up in just 10 minutes! This homemade version definitely outshines any takeout or store-bought sauce.
If you love General Tso chicken, you’re not alone. It’s a favorite on nearly every Chinese takeout menu! But why wait for delivery when you can whip it up at home? Trust me, making it yourself is not only quicker but also a whole lot tastier. With my homemade General Tso sauce recipe, you’ll bring the takeout experience right to your kitchen.
Imagine the aroma filling your home as you stir-fry crispy chicken coated in that delicious, tangy sauce. It’s the perfect way to satisfy your cravings and impress your taste buds all at once. So grab your ingredients and let’s get cooking! You won’t regret it!
Ingredients
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- Soy sauce: Adds saltiness to the sauce.
- Sugar: Sweetens the sauce.
- Rice vinegar: Adds the perfect amount of tang.
- Cornstarch: Thickens the sauce.
- Garlic chili sauce: Adds a little spice.
- Chicken broth: Acts as the base of the sauce.
Step by Step Directions
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- Whisk the soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, and cornstarch together.
- Whisk in the chili sauce and chicken broth.
- Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
- Use over chicken and rice.
Tips For Success
- If you don’t have garlic chili sauce, you can use sriracha, but it will change the flavor slightly. You could also just add some crushed red pepper flakes.
- Make it gluten-free by swapping the soy sauce for tamari.
- The sugar can be replaced with equal parts honey or agave.
- You can keep this sauce stored in the refrigerator for about 2 weeks.
- This sauce freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
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General Tso Sauce
Ingredients
- ¼ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon garlic chili sauce
- ½ cup chicken broth
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, whisk the soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and cornstarch together until the cornstarch is dissolved and smooth.
- Whisk in the garlic chili sauce and chicken broth.
- Heat 3-5 minutes over medium heat, or until the sauce thickens.
- Use immediately, or let cool and transfer to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Nutrition
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