Asian Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Fire up your grill and get ready for flavor! This spicy Asian barbecue sauce, inspired by EatingWell Magazine (July/August 1997), adds a delicious kick to chicken legs, turkey burgers, or your favorite protein. Perfect for grilling, roasting, or even as a marinade, this easy-to-make sauce is bursting with authentic Asian flavors. Make it ahead for ultimate convenience!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 80.7 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asian Barbecue Sauce

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How to Make Asian Barbecue Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, and cornstarch until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat, whisking constantly.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using.
  5. Brush generously onto chicken legs, turkey burgers, or your favorite protein before grilling, roasting, or baking.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

73g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g