Step 1

Place ¼ of the stock in a small bowl. Mix with cornstarch, then set it aside.

Step 2

Mix the remaining stock with the Shaoxing wine. Preheat your wok over low heat. Then, add the toasted sesame oil, garlic, ginger, salt, and sugar. Continue to stir these ingredients while heating over medium-high heat.

Step 3

When your mixture boils, drizzle in the cornstarch mixture while stirring. Keep stirring the mixture until the gravy turns clear. It will become translucent as it cooks.

Step 4

You can turn off the heat once the Chinese white sauce starts to thicken. Adjust for seasoning and add salt if you need it.