Sichuan Sauce

Ingredientes

• 3 tbsp reduced sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 tsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp reduced sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
• 1 tsp sweetener
• 1/2 tsp sesame oil

Instrucciones

1. To prepare Sichuan sauce, whisk broth, tomato paste, rice wine vinegar (like Chinkiang), sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch and crushed red pepper to taste in a small bowl.
2. Sauce can be prepared, covered and refrigerated for up to a week in advance.
3. Note: Chinkiang is a dark, slightly sweet vinegar with a smoky flavor. It is available in many Asian specialty markets. If unavailable, balsamic vinegar is an acceptable substitute.