Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (120ml) soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup (50g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp (42g) honey
  • 1 tsp (5g) fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves (6g) garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp (5ml) toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp (8g) cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) cold water

Instructions:

  1. In a small saucepan, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil until the brown sugar is broken up.
  2. Place the pan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally for 3–5 minutes until the aromatics mellow.
  3. While the sauce simmers, whisk the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until smooth.
  4. Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while whisking constantly. Cook for 1 additional minute until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.