A bright, sweet-salty sauce for veggies, tofu, salmon, rice bowls, and dipping.

Ingredients

1/3 cup soy sauce

1/4 cup rice vinegar (or regular vinegar with a touch of honey)

1/4 cup honey

1–2 tbsp freshly grated ginger

3 tbsp water

1 tbsp cornstarch (or arrowroot)

Instructions

In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, and sesame oil.

In a small bowl, whisk water + cornstarch until smooth, then whisk into the saucepan.

Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, whisking often, until glossy and slightly thickened, 2–4 minutes.

Taste and adjust:

Sweeter: add a little more honey.

Brighter: add a splash more vinegar.

Saltier: add a touch more soy sauce.

Cool slightly. It will thicken a bit more as it cools.

Serving Ideas:

Drizzle on broccoli, carrots, chicken

Toss with tofu or chicken after cooking.

Use as a dipping sauce for fried dumplings, fries