Gluten Free Stir Fry Sauce

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This healthy gluten free stir fry sauce combines savory & sweet coconut aminos with fresh garlic and ginger. Mix with vegetables, tofu, or chicken for an easy weeknight dinner that the whole family will love. Naturally soy-free, too!

A good stir fry can make an easy and flavorful family dinner. But unfortunately, most stir fry sauces and soy sauces are not gluten free or soy free – making them tough to use for anyone with a sensitivity or gluten intolerance.

It can be hard to find a pre-made tasty gluten free stir fry sauce recipe at the grocery store (since most store bough stir fries contain soy sauce)! So I decided to create a gluten free recipe that has the perfect blend of ingredients and is super flavorful!

This sauce is made with simple pantry staples and Asian flavors that can take a basic dish to the next level.

Many gluten free foods are highly processed but luckily that is not the case with this healthy Asian sauce!

Coconut aminos take the place of soy sauce for a soy free stir fry sauce that can be enjoyed by everyone. This simple sauce is a super versatile product and the perfect addition to any authentic stir fry recipe.

Whether you are making something with meat, or prefer plant-based dishes, this Asian stir fry sauce recipe adds delicious flavor to any meal. In addition to gluten-free stir fry sauce, you can use it as a marinade, dressing, or dip! I particularly love it for tofu broccoli recipes or veggie noodles!

If you’ve been on the hunt for an Asian sauce without soy sauce, this is the winner! This sauce would work perfectly with so many of my recipes.

Add this gluten free sauce to vegetables of your choice for a veggie stir fry. I prefer to use snap peas, green onions, red bell pepper, baby corn, broccoli, and mushrooms. Saute the veggies in a large skillet with a tablespoon of oil under soft, then add this low calorie Asian sauce and simmer to thicken. For a chicken stir fry, use chicken thighs or chicken breast. Pair either of these stir fry recipes with white rice for a tasty and filling meal!

You can also try it out with my thai basil eggplant or my frozen vegetable stir fry!

👩🏽‍🍳 Why This Recipe Works

• Soy-free recipe
• Can be made vegan
• Ready in 12 minutes!
• Easy to make
• Delicious & flavorful
• Best gluten free stir fry sauce!

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🥘 Ingredients

This healthy stir fry sauce recipe is made with only a few simple ingredients! The flavors blend together perfectly for a classic taste, without the soy or gluten. Check the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements for this homemade gf stir fry sauce.

• Vegetable Broth or Vegan Chicken Broth: Vegan chicken broth is the base of this easy stir fry sauce. Many all purpose stir fry brown sauce recipes call for a meat based broth but I wanted to keep this recipe accessible to a larger group. However, feel free to use your choice of vegetable broth, regular chicken broth, or beef broth. Use bone broth for a higher protein option.
• Coconut Aminos/Tamari: Regular soy sauce contains wheat and cannot be consumed by anyone with gluten sensitivities. Coconut aminos are the perfect soy-free, gluten-free option for this recipe, which is great for anyone with food allergies! You can also use tamari. If you don’t need the recipe to be soy free, any gluten free soy sauce or teriyaki sauce of your preference will do.
• Minced Garlic & Ginger: Garlic and ginger add the best flavors to this gluten free vegetable stir fry sauce. You can adjust the amount depending on preference. It is best to use fresh garlic and fresh ginger for maximum flavor, but ground ginger and garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
• Sesame Oil & Vegan Fish Sauce: Sesame oil is made from sesame seeds and is very common in Asian recipes. You can also use toasted sesame oil if you prefer that flavor. The fish sauce adds flavor and saltiness to this recipe! Fish sauce isn’t naturally vegan, so to keep this recipe vegan and vegetarian friendly, you’ll need to use a vegan fish sauce or equivalent. If you don’t need this recipe to be veggie friendly, you can use regular fish sauce! You can also use a vegan oyster sauce.
• Coconut Sugar: If you want to add some sweetness to this soy free sauce, add in coconut sugar for a subtle boost! Other options include maple syrup or brown sugar. This can be skipped if you want to make the recipe sugar-free.
• Red Pepper Flakes: Make this sauce spicy with red pepper or chili flakes! You can also try other peppers or hot sauces. Leave it out if you want a milder sauce.
• Arrowroot Powder: Arrowroot helps create a thick stir fry sauce and perfect glaze texture for veggies, proteins, and noodles! If you don’t have arrowroot, xanthan gum or corn starch would work, too.

🔪 Instructions

It is super simple to make a diy stir fry sauce! In the matter of minutes, you’ll have a thick and savory sauce with tons of flavor. Mix with your favorite veggies for an easy dinner that everyone will love! Here is how to make stir fry sauce from scratch:

Mix Ingredients: Mix all ingredients, except the arrowroot powder, in a saucepan and bring to a boil.

Make Arrowroot Mix, Add To Sauce: Reduce heat. In a small bowl mix together the arrowroot powder and ½ tbsp of cold water, mix to form a slurry. Pour the arrowroot slurry into the simmering sauce, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.

Simmer: Allow the sauce to return to a gentle simmer and cook for another 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly.

Let Cool: When the soy free Asian sauce has thickened remove from the heat and allow to cool before transferring to a jar for later use. Serve by tossing with stir fry vegetables and enjoy!

💭 Expert Tips

• Add the sauce directly to a stir fry. There is no need to preheat this gluten free Asian sauce before adding.
• Add more arrowroot, if needed. If the cooked stir fry vegetables have extra liquid, before adding the sauce, the sauce will become a little thin. You may need to add additional arrowroot to thicken to suit your tastes.
• Whisk the slurry. Continuously whisking when adding the arrowroot slurry helps to prevent lumps forming in the sauce.
• Cook over a low heat to thicken and reduce the sauce.
• Double the recipe. This recipe makes approximately ¾ cup of sauce which will serve approximately 4 people when mixed through stir fry vegetables and tofu. If you need more than 4 servings, you can easily double or triple this easy gluten free stir fry sauce to your desired amount.

📖 Variations

• Vegan Option: It is so easy to make a gluten free vegan stir fry sauce by simply swapping the fish sauce for a vegan option. Use this Asian sauce for vegetables, tofu, or any vegan-friendly food.
• Pineapple Gluten Free Dairy Free Stir Fry Sauce: Inspired by pineapple teriyaki, elevate your gluten free stir fry recipe by infusing pineapple within the sauce. You can use fresh or frozen diced pineapple.
• Tangy Flavor: For extra tangy flavors, use rice vinegar, rice wine vinegar, white vinegar, or apple cider vinegar in your stir fry glaze. You could even add a kick of citrus with fresh lime juice or lemon juice.

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