Description
A quick, glossy sauce that combines bright Florida orange juice, savory hoisin, and a hint of ginger-garlic heat. Ready in under 7 minutes, it’s perfect for tossing with stir-fries, drizzling over grilled meats, or dunking appetizers.
Ingredients
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- 1 Tbsp Cornstarch
- 3 Tbsp Water (Cold)
- 3/4 cup Florida orange juice (Fresh or 100% juice)
- 1/4 cup Hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp Fresh ginger grated
- 1 tsp Garlic minced (About 3 cloves)
- 2 Tbsp Soy sauce (Low-sodium preferred)
- Sesame seeds (For garnish optional)
Instructions
Create the Cornstarch Slurry:
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water until completely smooth with no lumps. Set aside.
Combine & Boil Sauce Base:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine orange juice, hoisin sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and soy sauce.
- Stir occasionally and bring to a gentle boil.
Thicken the Sauce:
- Give the cornstarch slurry a quick re-whisk, then pour into the boiling sauce.
- Stir constantly for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens to a glaze-like consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
- Immediately remove from heat to prevent over-thickening.
Serve & Garnish:
- Transfer to a serving bowl or drizzle directly over your stir-fry, grilled chicken, or tofu.
Notes
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Data Insight: Homemade sauce lets you control sugar, sodium, and spice—no preservatives and ready in under 10 minutes.
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Storage: Keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat gently before using.
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Variations: Add chili oil or extra sriracha for more heat, or stir in a spoonful of creamy peanut butter for richness.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiments, Sauces
- Cuisine: Asian, Chinese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 25
