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A glossy brown garlic stir fry sauce in a small saucepan with fresh ginger and garlic nearby.
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Elevated Brown Garlic Stir Fry Sauce

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 85kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 cloves garlic , finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup low -sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarc h

Instructions

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine chicken broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, and brown sugar, whisking until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  • Incorporate the cornstarch and white pepper into the liquid mixture, whisking vigorously to ensure a slurry with no visible lumps.
  • Heat the toasted sesame oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan, sautéing for approximately 90 seconds until aromatic; do not allow the garlic to brown or become bitter.
  • Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the saucepan.
  • Increase heat to medium and stir constantly with a whisk or heat-resistant spatula until the sauce reaches a simmer and thickens to a translucent, glossy consistency.
  • Remove from heat immediately to prevent over-reduction; apply to stir-fry dishes or store refrigerated in an airtight vessel.