Spicy Lemongrass Stir Fry Sauce
by Johnny Loua, Chef, Seattle, Washington

- 2 jalapeño peppers
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 cup chopped lemongrass
- ½ soy sauce
- ½ cup oyster sauce
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup canola oil
- ½ cup minced garlic
- ½ cup shallots
- 2 tablespoons Thai basil
- Cornstarch slurry; 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with ½ cup water
In a blender, combing the peppers, chili flakes, lemongrass, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and water and puree until smooth. Heat the canola oil in a sauté pan over medium heat and sauté the shallots and garlic for a few minutes. Add the basil and the puree. Bring to a simmer and add the cornstarch slurry. Continue cooking until the sauce is slightly thickened. Cool down and refrigerate until needed.