Dragon Sauce: Your New Favorite Spicy, Sweet Flavor Booster

Discover Dragon Sauce, a spicy, sweet flavor booster that elevates your dishes effortlessly.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Best-of

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 35

For the Sauce

1/2 cup Soy Sauce Substitution: Low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free.
1/4 cup Honey Substitution: Maple syrup for a vegan option.
1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Substitution: Apple cider vinegar for a different flavor profile.
2 cloves Garlic Tip: Use roasted garlic for a milder flavor.
2 tablespoons Sriracha Sauce Adjust quantity to control spiciness.
1 tablespoon Chili Paste Tip: Look for Asian chili paste for best flavor.
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil A little goes a long way; avoid too much to keep flavors balanced.

Step-by-Step Instructions for Dragon Sauce

Gather all your ingredients for the Dragon Sauce.
Combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, sriracha, chili paste, and sesame oil in a saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Continue simmering for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
Taste and adjust flavors as desired.
Allow the sauce to cool before transferring to a serving container.

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 35kcalCarbohydrates: 9gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 7gCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

For maximum freshness, store in an airtight container and consume within a week. It can also be frozen for up to three months.

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