Sweet and Sour Sauce Recipe
A classic homemade sweet and sour sauce combining tangy pineapple juice, tomato ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of soy sauce, thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry. This versatile sauce is perfect for dipping or adding a zesty flair to your favorite dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 3/4 cup 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 6 ounces pineapple juice
- ½ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 to 2 drops red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the base ingredients: Whisk together pineapple juice, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and light brown sugar in a small saucepan until fully blended.
- Heat the sauce: Place the saucepan over medium heat and heat until the mixture comes to a simmer, ensuring all ingredients are fully combined and the sugar has dissolved.
- Prepare the thickening slurry: In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry that will thicken the sauce evenly.
- Thicken the sauce: Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while whisking continuously. Continue to cook and stir until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
- Adjust color (optional): Add 1 to 2 drops of red food coloring if you prefer a richer red hue in your sauce.
- Finish and serve: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before using or storing.
Notes
- This sauce can be refrigerated for up to one week in an airtight container.
- Adjust sugar levels according to sweetness preference.
- Food coloring is optional and can be omitted without affecting flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure soy sauce used is gluten-free.
- The sauce pairs well with fried or grilled chicken, pork, or vegetables.
Keywords: sweet and sour sauce, homemade sauce, pineapple sauce, dipping sauce, Chinese sauce
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