General Tso Sauce

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is a less salty alternative.

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a milder flavor, while white vinegar is more economical.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey provides a natural sweetness, while agave syrup is often cheaper.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is a natural thickener, while potato starch is often less expensive.

Mix cornstarch with water in a bowl until smooth.

Combine chicken broth (or vegetable broth/water), tomato paste, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sriracha sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar in a saucepan.

Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan.

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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