Oyster Sauce Baste
Elevate your grilling and roasting game with this bold and savory Oyster Sauce Baste, a quick-to-make glaze bursting with umami-packed flavor. Combining the richness of oyster sauce and soy sauce with a touch of honey for sweetness, a hint of sesame oil for nuttiness, and the aromatic warmth of garlic and ginger, this sauce is a go-to for marinating or basting meats, poultry, seafood, or vegetables. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile baste thickens as it simmers, ensuring a glossy, caramelized finish every time. Perfect for summer BBQs, oven-roasted dishes, or broiler meals, it’s a guaranteed way to add mouthwatering depth to your next culinary creation.
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Directions
Step 1
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Step 2
Peel and grate the ginger to yield about 1 teaspoon of fresh grated ginger.
Step 3
In a small saucepan, combine oyster sauce, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, black pepper, and water.
Step 4
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously to incorporate the ingredients.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Step 6
Remove the baste from heat and let it cool for 1-2 minutes before using.
Step 7
Use the oyster sauce baste to brush over meats or vegetables during grilling, roasting, or broiling, applying multiple layers for rich flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 169.7 grams (169.7g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 252 |
| Total Fat 14.30g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat 2.00g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2903mg | 126% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.90g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.90g | 3% |
| Total Sugars 17.50g | |
| Protein 4.40g | 9% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 49mg | 4% |
| Iron 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium 205mg | 4% |
Source of Calories