How to Make General Tso Sauce Recipe

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.

In a medium pot, add all the ingredients and whisk to combine.

Place it over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until it starts to simmer.

Continue to cook for 5 minutes, until the mixture begins to thicken.

Once the sauce is thickened, remove from heat.

Use immediately, or let cool and transfer to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate.

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