Sweet and Sour Sauce China
Experience the perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors with this homemade Sweet and Sour Sauce inspired by classic Chinese cuisine. Made with simple pantry staples like brown sugar, ketchup, and rice vinegar, and enhanced with the tropical brightness of pineapple juice, this luscious sauce is thickened to perfection with a quick cornstarch slurry. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for drizzling over crispy chicken, tossing with stir-fried vegetables, or serving as a dipping sauce for egg rolls and dumplings. Whether you're recreating a restaurant favorite or adding a zesty flair to your meal, this sweet and sour sauce is an easy, crowd-pleasing addition to your kitchen repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1.5 cups Pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the brown sugar, rice vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, and pineapple juice.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture until the brown sugar is completely dissolved.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir it until no lumps remain.
Step 4
Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan, stirring constantly to prevent any lumps from forming.
Step 5
Continue to cook the sauce while stirring occasionally. Allow it to simmer for 3-4 minutes or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving.
Step 7
Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (529.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 376.2 |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 768.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 94.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 75.9g | |
| Protein 1.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 61.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 419.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories