Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey (or maple syrup)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) oyster sauce (or vegetarian mushroom sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) cornstarch (12g)
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground ginger (or 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated)
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder (or 2 cloves garlic, minced)
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a small saucepan, whisk together all the ingredients: soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), oyster sauce (or mushroom sauce), rice vinegar, cornstarch, sesame oil, ginger, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
  3. Continue to simmer, whisking continuously, for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. It should coat the back of a spoon nicely.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container (like a jar). Store in the refrigerator.