Sweet and Sour Pineapple Sauce

Transform your meals with this vibrant and tangy Sweet and Sour Pineapple Sauce, a perfect balance of fruity sweetness and savory depth. Made with fresh, juicy pineapple and enhanced by the bold flavors of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of garlic and ginger, this sauce adds a tropical twist to any dish. Thickened to perfection with an easy cornstarch slurry, it pairs beautifully with crispy spring rolls, tender pork, or stir-fry dishes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this homemade sauce combines wholesome ingredients like brown sugar and ketchup to create a glossy, perfectly textured condiment that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you’re elevating your weeknight dinners or preparing a party-worthy dipping sauce, this recipe promises irresistible flavor that will make your meal unforgettable.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Fresh pineapple (diced)
• 0.25 cups Brown sugar
• 0.25 cups Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Ketchup
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water (for cornstarch slurry)
• 0.5 cups Water (for sauce)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the diced pineapple, brown sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, and grated ginger.

Step 2

Add 1/2 cup of water to the saucepan and stir to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.

Step 4

In a small bowl, create a cornstarch slurry by mixing 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water until smooth.

Step 5

Once the pineapple mixture is simmering, slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan, stirring constantly to incorporate and avoid lumps.

Step 6

Continue cooking the sauce for 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more sugar for sweetness or vinegar for extra tang.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before using.

Step 9

Serve the sweet-and-sour pineapple sauce warm or at room temperature with your favorite dishes like chicken, pork, spring rolls, or stir-fry.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(577.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	374.6

Total Fat 0.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1290.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 65.5g
Protein 4.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 75.9mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 451.4mg	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: 0.9%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 94.6%