
This bold, glossy sauce brings all the sweet-savory punch of the takeout classic straight to your own kitchen, with tangy rice vinegar, deep maple sweetness, and a hit of fresh ginger and garlic simmered together until fragrant. A touch of tomato paste and sesame oil rounds out the flavor with a rich, slightly smoky depth, while a cornstarch slurry whisked in at the end gives it that signature glossy, spoon-coating thickness. It comes together in one small saucepan in just minutes, making it an easy weeknight upgrade for stir-fries, crispy tofu, or roasted vegetables. This one is a great fit for a gluten free kitchen, so you can toss it with your favorite protein and get that sticky, saucy coating without any fuss. Keep a jar in the fridge and you've got restaurant-style flavor on standby whenever the craving hits.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth and no lumps remain. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, hoisin sauce, tomato paste, sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, ginger, garlic, and vegetable broth. Whisk to combine.
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