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Heather's Stir Fry Sauce Recipe

This easy stir-fry sauce recipe, shared by a talented home cook, is a flavor-packed base you can adapt to your taste! Perfect for busy weeknights, it comes together in minutes and elevates any stir-fry. Customize it with brown sugar instead of white, rice wine vinegar for a tangy twist, or add a spoonful of black bean sauce for umami depth. Get ready to create restaurant-quality stir-fries at home!

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Calories 27.1 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.4 (58 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Heather's Stir Fry Sauce

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How to Make Heather's Stir Fry Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, vinegar, cornstarch, sugar, and sesame oil until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
  2. Add the sauce to your stir-fry during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
  3. Stir well to combine, ensuring the sauce coats all ingredients evenly.
  4. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium-high heat. Continue to stir frequently.
  5. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  6. Serve immediately over your favorite stir-fried vegetables and protein.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g

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