Description
A vibrant, sweet, and tangy orange sauce that’s easy to make and perfect for enhancing grilled meats, fish, or vegetables.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed is ideal)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Zest of one orange
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by grabbing a medium saucepan and pour in the cup of orange juice.
- Add in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil. Stir gently until well combined.
- In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch with a few tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring to prevent sticking.
- As the sauce thickens, stir in the minced ginger, garlic, zest, and red pepper flakes, if using.
- Taste your creation and adjust the seasoning with salt or pepper as needed.
- Allow your orange sauce to cool slightly before using it in your favorite dishes.
Notes
This sauce pairs well with grilled chicken, pork, tofu, and as a dipping sauce for appetizers. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg