Dragon Sauce: A Sweet, Tangy, and Spicy Asian Pantry Staple Recipe
This Dragon Sauce is a delightful combination of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors made from simple pantry staples like soy sauce, honey, sriracha, and garlic. It’s a versatile and easy-to-make sauce that perfectly complements meats, vegetables, or serves as a delicious dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About ½ cup sauce 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust to spice preference)
Thickening Agent
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Combine the Base Ingredients: In a small saucepan, add the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sriracha sauce. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Prepare the Slurry: In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth to create the cornstarch slurry, which will help thicken the sauce.
- Simmer the Sauce: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
- Thicken the Sauce: Slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry, stirring constantly as the sauce thickens to a smooth and glossy consistency.
- Cool and Serve: Once the sauce has thickened, remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly. Use it immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the level of heat to suit your taste preferences.
- This sauce can be used as a marinade, dipping sauce, or drizzled over stir-fried dishes and grilled meats.
- Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Keywords: Dragon Sauce, Asian sauce, sweet and spicy sauce, dipping sauce, homemade sauce, soy sauce recipe, easy sauce
