Gluten-Free Stir Fry Sauce

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A quick and easy gluten-free stir-fry sauce, ready in just 5 minutes. Packed with bold flavors, this versatile sauce transforms your favorite stir-fried meats and veggies into a delicious, Asian-inspired meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners.

A close-up of a jar filled with gluten-free stir-fry sauce, featuring visible bits of garlic and red chili flakes. The jar sits on a small round coaster, with vibrant fresh broccoli and carrots blurred in the background.

Gluten-Free Stir Fry Sauce Recipe

I love my homemade gluten-free teriyaki sauce so much that I decided to tweak it a bit for a full-fledged stir-fry sauce. The recipe is almost the same, except I used chicken broth to add more liquid. This resulted in a slightly less sticky sauce that can be cooked into your stir-fried veggies and protein. 

A savory sweet sauce rich with umami flavor and a subtle spice. This sauce is bold in flavor but simple to make. It’s the perfect addition to your gluten-free Asian dishes. 

Ingredients

  • Gluten-Free Tamari: Similar to soy sauce, without the wheat, with all the umami flavor. If you can’t find tamari, use a gluten-free soy sauce instead.
  • Cornstarch: Thickening agent for the sauce. Arrowroot powder or tapioca starch are great alternatives.
  • Rice Vinegar: The acidic ingredient to cut the salty and sweet ingredients and balance the sauce.
  • Sesame Oil: Adds a rich, nutty flavor to the sauce.
  • Honey: To sweeten and give the sauce its signature stickiness.
  • Garlic and Ginger: I used fresh garlic and ginger to enhance the freshness of the sauce. You can use garlic powder and ground ginger if you don’t have the fresh ingredients.
  • Red Pepper Flakes: For a hint of heat. Add more red pepper flakes, a dash of sriracha, or freshly chopped chili for extra heat.
gluten-free stir fry sauce ingredients

Tips and Suggestions

  • For a thicker sauce, use slightly more cornstarch or reduce the liquid. For a thinner sauce, add a bit more broth or water.
  • Stir fry sauces need a balance of salty, sweet, sour, and umami. Adjust ingredients like soy sauce, vinegar, sweetener, or chili flakes to suit your preference.
  • Use the sauce to marinate chicken, beef, or tofu in a small portion of the sauce for 15–20 minutes before stir-frying. This builds layers of flavor in your dish.
  • Add some peanut butter or tahini to the sauce for a creamy, nutty twist.
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Serving Suggestions

I’ve been loving this sauce in a simple chicken and broccoli stir fry, but its versatility doesn’t stop there. It pairs beautifully with beef, shrimp, or tofu and works wonders with a variety of veggies like bell peppers, snap peas, mushrooms, carrots, or even zucchini.

Storage Instructions

Store unused sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Stir well before using.

You can freeze the sauce for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before using.

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Gluten-Free Stir Fry Sauce

Servings: 4 servings
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
A close-up of a jar filled with gluten-free stir-fry sauce, featuring visible bits of garlic and red chili flakes. The jar sits on a small round coaster, with vibrant fresh broccoli and carrots blurred in the background.
A quick and easy gluten-free stir-fry sauce, ready in just 5 minutes. Packed with bold flavors, this versatile sauce transforms your favorite stir-fried meats and veggies into a delicious, Asian-inspired meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients 

  • 1/4 cup gluten-free tamari
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional, for spice

Instructions 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, broth, and cornstarch until smooth.
  • Add the rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes and stir to combine.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 1 week or use immediately in your stir fry.
  • If using immediately, add the sauce directly to your stir fry during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the stir fry.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, use slightly more cornstarch or reduce the liquid. For a thinner sauce, add a bit more broth or water.
  • Stir fry sauces need a balance of salty, sweet, sour, and umami. Adjust ingredients like soy sauce, vinegar, sweetener, or chili flakes to suit your preference.
  • Use the sauce to marinate chicken, beef, or tofu in a small portion of the sauce for 15–20 minutes before stir-frying. This builds layers of flavor in your dish.
  • Add some peanut butter or tahini to the sauce for a creamy, nutty twist.
  • Store unused sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Stir well before using.
  • You can freeze the sauce for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before using.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 67kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0.3mgSodium: 867mgPotassium: 44mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 37IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 0.4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: sauces
Cuisine: Asian
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How to Make Gluten-Free Stir Fry Sauce Step-by-Step

A clear mixing bowl containing a smooth, glossy brown gluten-free stir-fry sauce, ready for use.

Grab a small bowl and whisk together ¼ cup tamari, ¼ cup chicken broth, and 1 tbsp cornstarch until smooth.

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Whisk in 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp fresh minced garlic, 1 tsp fresh grated ginger, and ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (if desired). 

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Serve over your favorite stir-fry ingredients, and enjoy!

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About Sabine Venier

Originally from Austria and currently residing in the UK, Sabine Venier infuses her passion for homemade gluten-free cooking into Mama Knows Gluten Free. As the former proprietor of a successful food blog, her culinary expertise spans a broad spectrum. Sabineโ€™s culinary journey was rooted in the cherished family recipes taught by her mother, nurturing a profound appreciation for fresh, homemade ingredients. Sabine has gained recognition as a recipe developer and food photographer, with her work featured in various magazines and online platforms. Her innovative recipes have appeared in prestigious publications such as Forbes, Parade, and Rachael Ray Everyday. As a published cookbook author (The Chocolate Addictโ€™s Baking Book), she is excited to share her practical and easy-to-follow recipes with the Mama Knows Gluten Free community.

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