Low Sugar Vegan Mongolian Sauce

Total time15 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time10 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

½ cup soy sauce
Kikkoman Soy Sauce All-Purpose Seasoning Bottle - 10 Fl. Oz.Kikkoman Traditionally Brewed Less Sodium Soy Sauce, 10 fl oz San-J Gluten Free Tamari Soy Sauce - 10 fl oz San-J Gluten Free 28% Less Sodium Tamari Brewed Soy Sauce - Low FODMAP Certified San-J Organic Tamari Brewed Soy Sauce - 10 fl oz
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⅓ cup packed brown sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Brown-sugar replacements vary in moisture, spread, and browning, so follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
¼ cup water
2 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp cold water
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1
In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, water, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Set over medium heat and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes.
2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and the garlic has softened, about 3–4 minutes. Watch closely once it begins to bubble, as the sugar can scorch quickly.

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