Sweet Sour Sauce

Elevate your favorite dishes with this tangy and versatile homemade Sweet and Sour Sauce! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of pineapple juice, rice vinegar, and a hint of umami from soy sauce, this easy recipe balances sweet, tangy, and savory notes to perfection. A quick cornstarch slurry brings it all together, creating a silky, glossy texture ideal for drizzling, dipping, or glazing. Ready in just 10 minutes, this mouthwatering sauce is perfect for pairing with crispy spring rolls, grilled chicken, stir-fries, or even as a topping for fried rice. With pantry-friendly ingredients and a simple cooking process, this Sweet and Sour Sauce recipe will quickly become your go-to for authentic homemade flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

1 cup pineapple juice
0.25 cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons ketchup
0.33 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Whisk together until the sugar dissolves and all ingredients are well mixed.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to make a smooth slurry.

Step 4

Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.

Step 5

Continue to simmer the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 6

Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(446.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	393.1

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 775.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 88.0g
Protein 1.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 71.1mg	0%
Iron 0.9mg	0%
Potassium 345.8mg	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: 0.2%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 98.3%