Oyster Sauce Recipe

Elevate your culinary creations with this homemade oyster sauce recipe, a rich and umami-packed condiment that's surprisingly easy to make from scratch! Crafted with fresh oysters and their briny liquid, this authentic sauce is perfectly balanced with soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and a touch of sugar for a subtle sweetness. Thickened with a cornstarch slurry, it delivers the perfect glossy texture to enhance stir-fries, noodle dishes, or marinades. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile sauce boasts the fresh, seafood-forward flavor of a traditional Asian kitchen staple while offering complete control over ingredients. Say goodbye to store-bought versions and bring a homemade touch to your favorite recipes with this delicious oyster sauce!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Fresh oysters with liquid
• 1 cup Water
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water (for cornstarch slurry)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh oysters under cold water to remove any sand or debris. Be sure to reserve the liquid from the oysters as it will add depth to the sauce.

Step 2

In a saucepan, combine the oysters, reserved liquid, and 1 cup of water. Bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the oysters are fully cooked and the liquid has a rich seafood aroma.

Step 3

Strain the mixture through a fine sieve or cheesecloth to separate the oyster broth from the solids. Discard the solids and retain the broth.

Step 4

Return the strained broth to the saucepan over medium heat. Add the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and sugar, stirring well to dissolve the sugar completely.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water to make a slurry.

Step 6

Slowly drizzle the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool. Transfer the oyster sauce to a clean jar or container with a lid and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Step 8

Use the homemade oyster sauce in your favorite recipes, including stir-fries, noodle dishes, or as a marinade for meats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1549.7 grams (1549.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	909

Total Fat 30.20g	39%
Saturated Fat 7.20g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 600mg	200%
Sodium 3896mg	169%
Total Carbohydrate 63.90g	23%
Dietary Fiber 0.40g	1%
Total Sugars 8.60g
Protein 89.60g	179%

Vitamin D 3840IU	19200%
Calcium 743mg	57%
Iron 81mg	452%
Potassium 2101mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.7%

Protein: 40.5%

Carbs: 28.9%