Description
Dragon Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful condiment combining spicy chili flakes, tangy vinegar, and sweet honey, all thickened into a glossy sauce with tomato paste. It’s quick to prepare, making it perfect for adding a punch of zest to your meals in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2-inch piece of fresh ginger, minced
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 4 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Instructions
- Heat aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced ginger and garlic, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant to release their flavors into the oil.
- Prepare slurry: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to form a smooth slurry, which will thicken the sauce later.
- Add sauce components: Stir in chili flakes, white vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and tomato paste into the saucepan. Mix well to combine all flavors evenly.
- Simmer and thicken: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then slowly pour in the cornstarch slurry while stirring constantly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, ensuring it does not clump.
- Cool and serve: Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of chili flakes based on your preferred spice level.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- This sauce pairs well with grilled meats, stir-fries, or as a dipping sauce for appetizers.
