Polynesian Ham Sauce

Elevate your holiday ham or add a tropical twist to weeknight dinners with this flavorful Polynesian Ham Sauce. Bursting with the sweet tang of pineapple juice, the caramel notes of brown sugar, and the umami depth of soy sauce, this vibrant glaze brings the perfect harmony of sweet and savory to your table. A hint of ground ginger and garlic powder adds warmth, while a touch of rice vinegar balances the flavors. Thickened to perfection with a simple cornstarch slurry, this quick and easy sauce is ready in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal pairing for ham, grilled meats, or even as a dipping sauce. Impress your guests with this Polynesian-inspired recipe and take your meal to the next level!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

1 cup pineapple juice
0.5 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons ketchup
0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, ground ginger, and garlic powder.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the ingredients together until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.

Step 4

Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan while whisking to prevent lumps from forming.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and then reduce the heat to low. Continue cooking and stirring for 5–7 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm over ham or as a dipping sauce for a tropical touch to any meal.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(429.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	490.5

Total Fat 0.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1298.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g	0%
Total Sugars 109.4g
Protein 3.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 101.6mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 451.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.4%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 97.1%