Asian sauce

Here's a recipe for an Asian sauce using soy sauce, miso paste, and sesame oil, perfect for drizzling over rice and your choice of protein:

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons miso paste
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce (optional, for heat)
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, miso paste, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, and sriracha sauce (if using).
2. In a small saucepan, heat the sauce mixture over medium heat.
3. In a separate bowl, mix water and cornstarch until dissolved to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the saucepan while whisking continuously.
4. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more honey or maple syrup for sweetness, soy sauce for saltiness, or sriracha for heat.
6. Once the sauce reaches your desired consistency and flavor, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
7. Drizzle the sauce over cooked rice and your choice of protein, such as grilled chicken, tofu, shrimp, or beef.
8. Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, or chopped cilantro, if desired, and enjoy!

Feel free to adjust the ingredients and quantities to suit your taste preferences, and enjoy this delicious Asian sauce with your favorite rice and protein!