Famous Spicy Dragon Sauce
A bold, glossy, sweet-heat sauce perfect for dipping, glazing, and stir-fries.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
Sauce Base
- 0.5 cup soy sauce low sodium
- 0.25 cup chili garlic sauce
- 1 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes adjust to taste
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
- 0.25 cup honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with water
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, red pepper flakes, honey, and rice vinegar.
- Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Whisk cornstarch with water and add to sauce.
- Cook until thick and glossy, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Adjust sweetness and heat to personal preference.