Spicy Tangerine Sauce
NOTE: Three
tangerines will provide enough zest for this recipe. An orange may
be used instead if desired. Wear rubber gloves when mincing the
fresh chile and use the seeds to maximize the heat. For a
citrus-flavored sauce without the heat, omit the
chile.
3 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon toasted and ground Szechwan peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno or other fresh chile
1 tablespoon grated tangerine zest
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Combine all ingredients except jalapeno and tangerine zest in small bowl and set aside.
2. Add jalapeno and tangerine zest to stir-fry along with scallions, garlic, and ginger.