
A good sauce can transform a dish, giving it an extra boost of flavor or texture it needs. Many sauces are not gluten-free, but that doesn’t have to stop you from enjoying them! We’ve put together some simple recipes for gluten-free versions of staple sauces you can substitute next time you’re feeling creative in the kitchen!
Teriyaki
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup gluten-free soy sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 ½ tablespoons corn starch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Combine all ingredients in a large pan and place over medium heat
- Stir continuously with a wire whisk until thickened (about 4-6 minutes) Remove from heat
Alfredo
- 8oz package cream cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan Cheese
- ½ cup butter
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat
- Add the cream cheese, stirring until smooth
- Gradually add the milk ½ cup at a time, stirring all the while
- Fold in the cheese and allow to melt until the sauce is smooth
Gravy
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat
- Gradually add the cornstarch and stir constantly until solidified. Cook for 2-3 minutes
- Add the stock by half cups, whisking well until combined, about 10 minutes
- Add salt and pepper to taste
Barbecue
- ½ cup ketchup
- ½ cup crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup gluten-free Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ cup water
- Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes
- Remove from heat and chill in the refrigerator 1 hour before serving