Description
Szechuan Sauce is a spicy, tangy, and flavorful sauce that originates from the Szechuan province of China, known for its bold flavors and unique combination of ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons chili paste
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
- In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch with water until smooth.
- Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce and stir well.
- Heat the sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until it thickens, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and let it cool before using.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of chili paste to control the spiciness.
- This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Great for stir-fries, dipping sauces, or marinades.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Szechuan Sauce, spicy sauce, Chinese cuisine, bold flavor