pat's Recipe

Mandarin Orange Sauce

Category: SAUCES/MARINADES

1 Tbs. canola or olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp. chili flakes
1 tsp. sesame oil
3 Tbs. soy sauce
2/3 cup fresh orange juice
1 Tbs. rice wine vinegar
1 Tbs. granulated sugar
1 tsp. firmly packed light brown sugar
1 Tbs. grated orange zest
1 Tbs. cornstarch
2 tsp. water
Directions:
In a wok or saucepan over medium heat, warm the oil. Add the garlic and chili flakes and sauté until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the sesame oil, soy sauce, orange juice, vinegar, granulated sugar, brown sugar and orange zest and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.

In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water until the cornstarch dissolves. Whisk the cornstarch mixture into the sauce and simmer until the sauce thickens, 1 to 2 minutes. Use immediately. Makes 1 cup.