This recipe will teach you how to make the tastiest and most flavorful sauce for lumpia. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can elevate your lumpia to the next level. This sauce has the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors that will leave your guests craving for more. It pairs perfectly with any type of lumpia and is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, and minced garlic. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth.
- Pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan and stir well.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook until the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally. This should take about 5 minutes.
- If desired, add red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool.
Interesting Facts
Lumpia is a popular Filipino appetizer that is similar to spring rolls.
This sauce can also be used as a dipping sauce for other Asian dishes like dumplings and egg rolls.
The combination of soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar is a classic flavor profile in Filipino cuisine.