Healthy Homemade Stir Fry Sauce
A quick and easy stir fry sauce filled with vibrant flavors, ideal for a healthy meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil Can substitute with olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Use agave for a vegan option
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch Optional; thickens sauce
Vegetables and Protein
- 2 cloves garlic Fresh, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger Grated or finely chopped
- 3-4 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, etc.) Can use any vegetables on hand
- 1 cup protein of choice Chicken, beef, or tofu would work well
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and cornstarch.
- Whisk mixture until smooth and cornstarch is fully dissolved.
- Grate or finely chop fresh ginger and mince the garlic.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add a splash of cooking oil.
- Add ginger and garlic, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in a mix of vegetables and your protein, then pour in the stir fry sauce.
- Cook until everything is well-coated and the sauce thickens, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
Incorporate veggies in phases to maintain texture. Start with denser vegetables first.