Best 5 Best Chinese Stir Fry Sauce Recipes

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Chinese stir fry is a cooking technique that uses a hot wok and a small amount of oil to quickly cook meat, vegetables, and sauce. The result is a flavorful and healthy dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. If you are looking for a delicious and easy Chinese stir fry sauce, you're in the right place. This article will provide you with a variety of recipes for the best Chinese stir fry sauce, so you can find the perfect one to suit your taste.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHINESE STIR-FRY SAUCE



Chinese Stir-Fry Sauce image

Cook like Chinese restaurants with this easy stir-fry sauce recipe. Choose any combination of meat and vegetables to make consistently great-tasting homemade stir-fries.

Provided by Bill

Categories     Main Course

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups chicken stock ((or vegetable or mushroom stock; 350ml))
1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
1 tablespoon brown sugar ((or granulated sugar))
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/4 cup soy sauce ((can sub gluten-free soy sauce or tamari))
1 1/2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce ((or vegetarian or gluten-free oyster sauce))
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight lid (must hold 2 cups of liquid), combine all of the stir fry sauce ingredients together and shake well.
  • This sauce should keep for a few weeks in the refrigerator; all you need to do is measure and pour out what you need for your dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 22 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 535 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

REAL CHINESE ALL PURPOSE STIR FRY SAUCE



Real Chinese All Purpose Stir Fry Sauce image

My secret weapon for mid week meals - an All Purposes Chinese Stir Fry Sauce, a versatile base that makes a wonderfully glossy sauce for any stir fry, including stir fried noodles. Store it in the fridge in a jar for when you need it - just make sure to leave sufficient headroom in the jar so you can give it a good shake before using. This makes 1 1/2 cups of sauce which is enough for around 12 servings.

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Noodles     Stir Fry

Time 2m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup light soy sauce ( (Note 1))
1/4 cup all purpose soy sauce ((I use Kikkoman all purpose, or use more light soy sauce) (Note 1))
1/2 cup oyster sauce
1/4 cup Chinese wine ((or dry sherry) (Note 5))
1/4 cup cornstarch / cornflour
1 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp sesame oil (, toasted)
1 - 2 tsp ground white pepper ((I sometimes use 1 tbsp, I like the spiciness!))

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients in a jar and shake to combine. Store in fridge and shake before use.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 18 g, Calories 34 kcal, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Protein 0.6 g, Fat 1.7 g, Sodium 504 mg, Sugar 0.9 g, UnsaturatedFat 1.7 g

CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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A quick and easy dish to prepare, this chicken stir-fry is packed with veggies. Try adding bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, snap peas, or any of your favorite vegetables. Serve it with white or brown rice, or noodles.

Provided by Katie Sechrist

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups white rice
4 cups water
⅔ cup soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 green bell pepper, cut into matchsticks
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 head broccoli, broken into florets
1 cup sliced carrots
1 onion, cut into large chunks
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Bring rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, and corn starch in a small bowl; stir until smooth. Mix ginger, garlic, and red pepper into sauce; coat chicken with marinade and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir bell pepper, water chestnuts, broccoli, carrots, and onion until just tender, about 5 minutes. Remove vegetables from skillet and keep warm.
  • Remove chicken from marinade, reserving liquid. Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chicken until slightly pink on the inside, about 2 minutes per side; return vegetables and reserved marinade to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the middle and vegetables are tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 699.5 calories, Carbohydrate 76.7 g, Cholesterol 161.4 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 67.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 1790.4 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

ALL-PURPOSE STIR-FRY SAUCE (BROWN GARLIC SAUCE)



All-Purpose Stir-Fry Sauce (Brown Garlic Sauce) image

Adapted from Martin Yan's Chinese Cooking for Dummies. This is my favorite stir-fry sauce. It makes enough for two meals. Having extra on hand makes for a quick meal. My son will actually eat vegetables he can dip in the sauce! WARNING about the amount of soy sauce. When I used Kikkoman soy sauce, I found this sauce far too salty. I now use Angostura, which is much lower in salt. When adding soy sauce, start with less than half the amount and slowly add more to taste. Using vegetable broth makes this vegetarian. Yield: 1 3/4 cups (couldn't get that amount entered)

Provided by Connie K

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup rice wine
3 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine soy sauce, broth, rice wine, sugar, sesame oil and white pepper. (See note in intro about the soy sauce).
  • Dissolve the cornstarch in 1/4 cup water.
  • Heat a pan over high heat; add the cooking oil, swirling to coat; add the garlic and ginger; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 15 seconds.
  • Add the soy sauce mixture; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the cornstarch solution and cook, stirring, until the sauce boils and thickens.

FLAVORFUL BEEF STIR-FRY



Flavorful Beef Stir-Fry image

A beef stir-fry that has wonderful flavors without using a ton of spices. Fresh ginger mixes will with the soy sauce and makes a quick and easy sauce. Lots of veggies add color and crunch.

Provided by Kitchenista Jane

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups brown rice
4 cups water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons white sugar
6 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ cup white wine
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 pound boneless beef round steak, cut into thin strips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cups broccoli florets
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 (6 ounce) package frozen pea pods, thawed
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, undrained
1 cup Chinese cabbage
2 large heads bok choy, chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Bring brown rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, and liquid has been absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Combine cornstarch, sugar, soy sauce, and wine in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in ginger; toss beef in sauce to coat.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir broccoli, carrots, pea pods, and onion for 1 minute. Stir in water chestnuts, Chinese cabbage, and bok choy; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 4 minutes. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
  • In same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef until desired degree of doneness, about 2 minutes per side for medium. Return vegetables to skillet; cook and stir until heated through, about 3 minutes. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 664.9 calories, Carbohydrate 104.6 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 11.7 g, Protein 30.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1593.6 mg, Sugar 12 g

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Tips for Making the Best Chinese Stir-Fry Sauce

1. **Use high-quality ingredients.** This means using fresh vegetables, flavorful sauces, and aromatic spices. 2. **Choose the right sauce for your dish.** There are many different types of Chinese stir-fry sauces, each with its own unique flavor profile. Some popular options include oyster sauce, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and black bean sauce. 3. **Balance the flavors.** Chinese stir-fry sauces should be a balance of sweet, sour, salty, and umami flavors. Adjust the amount of each ingredient to taste. 4. **Thicken the sauce, if desired.** If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry or a beaten egg to the sauce while it is simmering. 5. **Garnish the dish.** Once the stir-fry is cooked, garnish it with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or scallions, to add a pop of color and flavor. ###

Conclusion

Making a delicious Chinese stir-fry sauce is easy when you follow these tips. With a little practice, you'll be able to create flavorful sauces that will take your stir-fries to the next level. So next time you're in the mood for a quick and easy weeknight meal, try making a Chinese stir-fry with your favorite sauce. You won't be disappointed!

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