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Stir fry sauce in a terracotta bowl with a wooden spoon.
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How to Thicken Stir Fry Sauce

5 simple and easy ways how to thicken stir-fry sauce, along with some helpful storage options!
Author: Jocelyn | JOZmahal

Instructions

Method 1: Cornstarch Slurry

  • In a small bowl, whisk together a tablespoon of cornstarch with an equal amount of cold water until smooth. 

Method 2: Tapioca Starch or Arrowroot Powder

  • Create a slurry by mixing a tablespoon of tapioca starch or arrowroot powder with cold water in a mason jar, shaking until no lumps remain.

Method 3: All-Purpose Flour

  • Combine equal parts of flour with cold water to create a slurry, then gradually add it to your simmering sauce while stirring.

Method 4: Reduction

  • Simple process of thickening stir-fry sauce, by simmering over medium heat, allowing some of the liquid to evaporate.

Method 5: Vegetable Purée

  • Adds not only thickness but also an additional layer of flavor to your sauce. Check out how I used taro root to slightly thicken the Sinigang broth for this shrimp recipe. It added a slight richness to the flavor of the dish.