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Best stir fry sauce for flavorful dishes and quick meals

BEST Stir Fry Sauce

A quick and flavorful stir fry sauce that elevates your meal with its vibrant flavors and comforting aromas, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Condiment, sauce
Cuisine Asian, Quick Meals
Servings 8 servings
Calories 50 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce

  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch For thickening the sauce
  • Crushed red pepper flakes For heat, to taste
  • Sriracha or sweet chili sauce Optional, for a spicy sauce

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Combine all ingredients for the sauce in a bowl or jar.
  • Whisk or shake until completely blended and fragrant.

Cooking

  • Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add 1 pound of your chosen protein and cook until browned and nearly cooked through.
  • Transfer the protein to a clean plate, add more oil and 6 cups of fresh vegetables to the pan.
  • Stir the vegetables until just shy of tender.
  • Return the protein to the pan.
  • Pour in the BEST Stir Fry Sauce and stir until it thickens, coating everything evenly.

Serving

  • Serve the stir fry over a bed of fluffy rice and enjoy.

Notes

Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. You can also double the recipe and freeze a portion for quick meals.
Keyword Easy Recipe, meal prep, quick dinner, Sauce Recipe, stir fry sauce