Dragon Sauce
Looking to add some excitement to your meals? Look no further than this Dragon Sauce recipe! With its bold flavors and easy preparation, this sauce is sure to become a staple in your kitchen for any occasion.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
- The perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors.
- Quick and simple to make, requiring just a few basic ingredients.
- Versatile and great for meal prep, marinades, dipping, and more.
Ingredient Notes:
- Honey: Adds sweetness and helps balance the flavors.
- Rice vinegar: Provides tanginess and acidity.
- Garlic and fresh ginger: Infuse the sauce with aromatic flavors.
- Sriracha sauce: Adds heat, adjust to your spice preference.
- Cornstarch and water: Used to thicken the sauce.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sriracha.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry.
- Add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool before using or storing.
Helpful Tips:
- For a thicker sauce, increase the amount of cornstarch.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to suit your preferred level of spiciness.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- Use fresh ginger for a more vibrant flavor.
- Double the batch and store extra sauce in the freezer for future use.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve this Dragon Sauce with grilled meats, stir-fries, rice bowls, or as a dipping sauce for dumplings.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
Store leftover sauce in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave to preserve the flavors.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use a different type of vinegar? Yes, you can substitute rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar or white vinegar.
- Is this sauce gluten-free? Yes, as long as you use gluten-free soy sauce.
- How can I make the sauce less spicy? Reduce the amount of sriracha or omit it altogether.
- Can I use arrowroot powder instead of cornstarch? Yes, arrowroot powder can be used as a substitute for cornstarch in this recipe.
Conclusion:
With its delicious flavors and versatility, this Dragon Sauce recipe is a must-try for any home cook. Give it a go and let us know how you enjoyed it!
PrintDragon Sauce
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: About 1 cup 1x
- Category: Sauces-condiments
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Dragon Sauce is a savory and slightly spicy sauce perfect for adding a kick to your favorite dishes. This versatile sauce combines the umami flavor of soy sauce with the sweetness of honey and a hint of heat from sriracha.
Ingredients
Main Sauce:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust to spice preference)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sriracha. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with water until dissolved.
- Cook the sauce: Bring the saucepan to a simmer over medium heat. Slowly whisk in the cornstarch mixture until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before using it as a flavorful addition to your favorite dishes.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level of the sauce by increasing or decreasing the amount of sriracha used.
- Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 45 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg