Best Szechuan Sauce: Quick and Bold Flavor Explosion

Discover the Best Szechuan Sauce, a quick and versatile condiment that adds bold flavor to any dish.

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Prep Time 8

Cook Time 7

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 20

Servings: 1 batch

Course: Sauces

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 150

For the Sauce

1/2 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium versions help manage saltiness.
1 tablespoon Sugar Can substitute with honey.
1 tablespoon Chili Garlic Sauce Adjust to your taste.
1/4 cup Chinkiang Vinegar Rice vinegar can be used as a substitute.
1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Omit or reduce based on spice tolerance.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced garlic is best.
1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated ginger preferred.
1 tablespoon Cornstarch Arrowroot or tapioca starch as gluten-free alternatives.
1/2 cup Water Adjust to achieve desired thickness.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Whisk together the soy sauce, sugar, chili garlic sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, crushed red pepper flakes, minced garlic, grated ginger, cornstarch, and water in a mixing bowl until well blended.
Transfer the mixture to a small pot and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly for 5-7 minutes until it bubbles gently and thickens.
Continue cooking, stirring for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce is thick and glossy, similar to barbecue sauce.
Remove from heat once the sauce thickens and let it cool for a few minutes before transferring to a storage container.
Use immediately or store in the fridge for up to 4 days. Stir before use for best flavor.

Serving: 1batchCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gSodium: 900mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 30gCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

This Szechuan Sauce is customizable to fit your spice preference and can enhance various dishes. Perfect for meal prep and storage.

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