Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of General Tso's, Cashew Chicken, and Sweet and Sour Chicken with this comprehensive guide to Pang Pang sauce. This versatile sauce is the secret behind these iconic Chinese-American dishes, adding a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. Whether you prefer the crispy, spicy General Tso's chicken, the nutty crunch of cashew chicken, or the classic sweet and sour flavors, this recipe provides step-by-step instructions for creating the perfect Pang Pang sauce. Get ready to elevate your homemade Chinese food game and impress your family and friends with these delicious dishes.
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PANG PANG SAUCE
Provided by Dena Kleiman
Categories condiments, dips and spreads
Time 15m
Yield About 3/4 cup
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the ingredients except for the minced scallion. Blend until smooth. Add the scallion. The sauce should have the consistency of lightly whipped cream. Serve with cold noodles, sliced cold poached chicken, cold sliced beef or as a salad dressing for cucumbers and red peppers.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 499, UnsaturatedFat 32 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 1840 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PANG PANG SAUCE
A Chinese sauce from the cookbook Great Good Food by Julee Rosso. A few tablespoons can be paired with different meats, seafood, vegetables, rice, pasta etc. to create a wonderful meal in minutes! Think stir fry! Remember to use sparingly, you want to bring out the flavor but not overwhelm!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Sauces
Time 25m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet on medium high heat, heat the oil.
- Add the ginger and garlic, and saute for 1 minute.
- Stir in the broth, peanut butter, hoisin sauce, honey, soy sauce, scallion, vinegar, and chili paste.
- Bring the sauce to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Whisk in the dissolved cornstarch, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- The sauce can be made ahead and kept refrigerated for up to 1 week. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe mangoes. This will ensure that your sauce is flavorful and delicious.
- Don't overcook the mangoes. They should be soft but still retain their shape.
- Use a good quality fish sauce. This is a key ingredient in pad thai sauce, so don't skimp on it.
- Add a bit of tamarind paste to your sauce for a sweet and sour flavor.
- Garnish your pad thai with crushed peanuts, bean sprouts, and cilantro.
Conclusion:
Pad thai is a delicious and easy-to-make Thai dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its sweet, sour, and savory flavors, pad thai is sure to please everyone at your table. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try tonight!
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