Lemon Sweet Sour Sauce
Brighten up your meals with this tantalizing Lemon Sweet Sour Sauce, a quick and easy recipe that packs the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. Made with fresh lemon juice, a touch of sugar, and a hint of umami from soy sauce, this versatile sauce is thickened to perfection with a simple cornstarch slurry. With just 10 minutes from start to finish, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute dipping needs. Whether you’re drizzling it over crispy chicken, pairing it with spring rolls, or using it as a glaze for grilled veggies, this zesty homemade sauce is sure to become a new favorite. Best of all, it’s made with pantry staples and perfect for meal prep, lasting up to a week in the fridge. Give your dishes a pop of flavor with this irresistible lemon-based twist on classic sweet and sour sauce!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Ketchup
- 1.5 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 1 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and ketchup until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in water to create a slurry, ensuring there are no lumps.
Step 3
Pour the liquid mixture from the first step into a small saucepan and place it over medium heat.
Step 4
Once the mixture begins to warm, gradually stir in the cornstarch slurry while continuously whisking to prevent clumping.
Step 5
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, whisking frequently, until it thickens to your desired consistency (about 2–3 minutes).
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Taste and adjust the sweetness or tanginess, if necessary, by adding more sugar or lemon juice.
Step 7
Serve warm as a dipping sauce or drizzle over your favorite dishes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (402.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 212.3 |
| Total Fat 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 707.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 52.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 44.2g | |
| Protein 1.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 22.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 103.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories