Whole 30 Whole30 General Tso's Sauce
General Tso's is one of those takeout cravings that feels completely off the table once you're eating clean — but this sauce proves otherwise. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce, delivering that deep, savory-sweet backbone without any of the off-plan additives lurking in bottled versions. Tomato paste adds body and a subtle richness, while fresh garlic, grated ginger, and a pinch of red pepper flakes bring the kind of bold, layered heat that makes this sauce genuinely crave-worthy. An arrowroot slurry thickens everything to that glossy, clingy consistency you want coating every bite — no cornstarch needed. The whole thing comes together in about five minutes on the stovetop, making it an easy weeknight win for four. Drizzle it over a stir-fry, use it as a glaze, or keep a jar in the fridge to rescue any meal that needs a little excitement.
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4 servings
For the sauce
- ½ cup coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp chicken broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp avocado oil
For the slurry
- 1 ½ tsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the arrowroot starch and cold water until fully dissolved with no lumps. Set aside.
- 2
Heat the avocado oil in a small saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant and just beginning to turn golden at the edges, about 1 minute. Watch closely, as minced garlic can scorch quickly.
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