Hot-and-Sour Sauce

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
• 5 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 1/2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)

Preparation

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the broth or water, soy sauce, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and cornstarch, stirring constantly until the cornstarch dissolves. Heat a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and heat for 30 seconds. Add the ginger, garlic, and pepper flakes and stir-fry until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Add the cornstarch mixture and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly to prevent lumps, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1 1/2 minutes. Pour into a bowl.