Ethnic Sauces

This easy enchilada sauce is the perfect base for your favorite Mexican dishes. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it's both delicious and versatile.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Use this Asian-inspired basting sauce on shrimp, fish, chicken, or pork during the last 10-15 minutes of the cooking time for an extra splash of flavor.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This green enchilada sauce has an authentic, tangy flavor to add a little zip to tacos, burritos, and of course, enchiladas.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with fresh parsley, olive oil, garlic, cumin, Hungarian sweet paprika, tomatoes, fresh cilantro

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The tartness of the citrus juice and the depth of flavor from the soy sauce and bonito flakes makes ponzu sauce a delicious addition to any Japanese-style meal.


Time:   over 5 hours

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This simple ponzu sauce can be used as a dipping sauce for dumplings, a marinade for fish or seafood, or as a salad dressing.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Whip up this easy Yakitori sauce and transform your chicken dishes. Using a blend of sake, mirin, and soy sauce, you'll enjoy a sweet-savory kick in just 30 minutes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with plain yogurt, stock, or chopped canned tomatoes, curry powder or paste, meat, butter, onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This sensational dipping sauce made with fresh ginger and sesame oil adds a serious punch of flavor to some potstickers or other dumplings of choice.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Garlic and ginger are always a good call when it comes to Asian cuisine. Use this garlic sauce to spice up all sorts of creations. If you like your sauces extra thick, just whisk...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Whether you're using it to give fried chicken and pineapple a sweet glaze or just dipping some egg rolls, sweet and sour is always handy to have around.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Skip the commercial teriyaki sauce and try this homemade version made with just a few simple ingredients.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This basic teriyaki sauce is a great way to add flavor to your stir-fry or grilled dishes. It's full of umami flavor, making it perfect for dressing up any dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Thai cuisine is famous for their peanut sauces. It's a unique flavor that adds depth to noodle dishes and makes a great dipping sauce for grilled chicken satay.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The ingredient list may look a little intimidating, but this homemade Thai sweet chili sauce actually comes together easily.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you're a fan of Olive Garden's shrimp sauce, then you'll love this copycat recipe. It's easy to make and can be used as a dipping sauce or with shrimp or other...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Perfect sauce for dipping or tossing with stir-fried noodles or vegetables. Use dark or low sodium soy sauce for a less salty version.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with peanut butter, chicken broth, lime juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, fresh ginger, crushed red pepper flakes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Combining caramelized onions, ripe tomatoes, fresh ginger, cilantro, and aromatic spices, this curry sauce adds a Caribbean touch to any dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

With just the right balance of spice, sweetness, and umami, this stir-fry sauce brings the perfect blend of flavors to your favorite stir-fries.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Thai green curry paste is a versatile and flavorful ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. This paste is commonly used in Thai-style curry dishes.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with lemon juice, peanut butter, water, soy sauce, brown sugar, cayenne pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with garlic powder, ground ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, red wine vinegar, orange-pineapple juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with paprika, oregano, cumin, cornstarch, medium hot dry chili powder, garlic powder, salt


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with pepper spice, MSG, Japanese soy sauce, sake, spring onions, lemon juice, Hichimi Togarashi, daikon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with tomato sauce, water, flour, oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with white sesame seeds, yellow or white onion, ground ginger, soy sauce, oranges, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, garlic, fresh ginger root

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with onion, tomatillos, water, serrano or jalapeno peppers, lime, fresh cilantro, parsley, vegetable oil, white vinegar, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with scallions, peach or apricot preserves, white vinegar, ginger

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with tamari, brown sugar, tomato sauce, garlic, parsley, coriander, cumin, allspice, ground ginger, Tabasco sauce


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ginger, red curry paste, pineapple juice, coconut nectar, tamarind concentrate, water, lime juice, coconut cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cornstarch, orange juice, tamari sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, honey, sesame oil


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with green onions or sesame seeds, salt, sugar, kombu seaweed stock, soy sauce, mirin

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with salt, cayenne pepper, curry powder, cream of coconut, lime juice, green onions


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter or vegetable oil, onion, garlic, curry, ginger, flour, chicken or vegetable broth, water, star anise, coconut milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with apricots, plums, apple cider vinegar, sugar, water, dark brown sugar, corn syrup, fresh ginger root, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with serrano chiles, peanut oil, margarine, ground cinnamon, black pepper, ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, cayenne pepper, yogurt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Tabasco sauce, water, yellow onion, green onions, garlic, diced tomatoes, chopped green chilies, cayenne pepper, chili powder, cumin

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with dry mustard, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, dry ginger

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt, garlic, tomatillos, arbol chilies

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper,, water, sugar, red wine vinegar, plums, apricots, peaches, chili pepper, scallions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with salt, cornstarch, canned pimiento, frozen pineapple juice concentrate, brown sugar, vinegar, water, green bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with sherry, soy sauce, cornstarch, ginger, garlic, Tabasco or other hot pepper sauce


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cornstarch, water, orange juice, sake, sugar, soy sauce, dried crushed red pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with beef broth, mirin or dry sherry, soy sauce, sour cream, salad oil, vinegar, egg


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt, tomatillos, garlic, white onion, vegetable oil, dried oregano, chipotle chiles en adobo, cilantro sprigs, adobo sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with black pepper, apple jelly, apricot preserves, horseradish, dry mustard

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper, vegetable oil, tomatillos, salt, red onion, red bell pepper, fresh cilantro, yellow bell pepper, olive oil, lime juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with lemon juice, ginger, horseradish, broth, mirin, sweet sherry or honey, soy sauce, MSG, daikon radish

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with MSG, mirin, shoyu, dashi

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with water, butter or margarine, onion, curry powder, cream of chicken soup

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with soy sauce, sugar, fresh ginger, lime, dashi-no-moto, water


Time:   over 5 hours

Made with water, cornstarch, black pepper, chicken stock, Anaheim green chilies, tomatillas, onion, Mexican oregano, garlic, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ketchup, mild curry powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with tomato paste, tomato sauce, onion, garlic, water, canned green chilies, chili powder, cumin, cayenne or crushed red pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with lemon juice, brown sugar, unsweetened crushed pineapple, chicken broth, white wine vinegar, vegetable oil, soy sauce, onion, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes