Description
This General Tso Sauce recipe is a quick and flavorful homemade sauce perfect for recreating the beloved Chinese-American dish at home. With a balanced blend of soy sauce, honey, vinegar, and chili sauce, it delivers a tangy, sweet, and spicy profile that enhances chicken or vegetables. The sauce thickens beautifully with cornstarch and simmers in minutes, making it an easy and versatile addition to your meal.
Ingredients
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General Tso Sauce Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch (use 3 teaspoons for a thicker sauce)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, chili sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch in a small bowl until smooth and well incorporated, ensuring no lumps remain from the cornstarch.
- Heat the Sauce: Pour the mixture into a saucepan or pot and place it over medium heat.
- Thicken the Sauce: Cook for 3-5 minutes while stirring frequently until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Adjust heat as needed to avoid burning.
- Use as Desired: Remove from heat and use the sauce immediately to toss with cooked chicken, vegetables, or your favorite stir-fry ingredients.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, increase cornstarch to 3 teaspoons.
- Adjust the level of chili sauce to control the spiciness of the sauce.
- The sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat gently before serving, adding a splash of chicken broth or water if it becomes too thick.
- This sauce pairs well with fried, baked, or stir-fried chicken pieces.
