Delicious Pineapple Sweet N Sour Sauce
Elevate your dishes with this vibrant and tangy Pineapple Sweet N Sour Sauce, a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and zesty flavors. Made with the tropical sweetness of pineapple juice, a touch of brown sugar, and the tang of vinegar, this sauce also features a hint of umami from soy sauce and ketchup, rounded out with aromatic minced garlic. Ready in just 15 minutes, the recipe is quick and easy, relying on a simple cornstarch slurry for its irresistibly silky texture. Whether drizzled over crispy appetizers, brushed onto grilled meats, or stirred into your favorite stir-fry, this versatile sauce adds a burst of flavor to any meal. Perfect for family dinners or party platters, it’s a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 0.33 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup vinegar (white or rice vinegar)
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup, and soy sauce. Whisk the ingredients well to combine.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to make a slurry.
Step 4
Once the sauce is simmering, slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan while whisking continuously to avoid clumps.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic to the sauce and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency (approximately 3-5 minutes).
Step 6
Remove the sauce from heat and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Step 7
Use as a dipping sauce for appetizers, a glaze for grilled meat, or a flavorful addition to stir-fries.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (471.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 452.9 |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 843.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 111.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 90.7g | |
| Protein 1.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 80.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 396.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories