Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup coconut sugar
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 pinch black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Combine the soy sauce, coconut sugar, water, and aromatics in a small stainless steel saucepan.
  2. Stir over medium low heat until the sugar granules completely dissolve into the liquid. Note: Don't rush this, or you'll get sugar crystals in your sauce.
  3. Bring the mixture to a very gentle simmer.
  4. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces by about 20% and begins to coat the back of a spoon.
  5. Remove from heat immediately once the sauce reaches a velvety, glossy consistency.
  6. Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a glass jar to remove the garlic and ginger bits. Note: This is what separates a home sauce from a masterpiece.