Recipe for Sweet and Sour Sauce + Video
This Recipe for Sweet and Sour Sauce is ready in less than 15 minutes and better than any takeout. Dip and drizzle to your heart's content!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup 8-ounces water, divided
- 3/4 cup 6-ounces pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup 6-oz apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Instructions
- Make the Slurry: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 1/4 cup water until smooth. Set aside.
- Combine the Sauce Base: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the pineapple juice, 6 ounces water, brown sugar, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, and soy sauce. Whisk until the sugars dissolve.
- Bring to a Boil: Bring the mixture to a boil and let it boil for 1 minute.
- Thicken the Sauce: Whisk in the cornstarch slurry. Continue whisking and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the sauce is thickened and glossy.
- Cool and Store: Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Use immediately or transfer to a jar and refrigerate until ready to use.
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Notes
Make-Ahead Tips: This sauce stores beautifully! Make it up to 5 days in advance and refrigerate in a sealed jar or container.
Reheating Tips: Reheat gently in a saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently. Add a splash of water or pineapple juice if it becomes too thick.
Freezing Tips: Freeze the cooled sauce in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat before using.
Sweetness Control: If you prefer your sauce more tangy than sweet, reduce the brown sugar by a couple tablespoons to taste.
Vinegar Tip: Apple cider vinegar adds great flavor, but white vinegar can be used in a pinch.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 396cal | Carbohydrates: 98g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 718mg | Sugar: 84g | Fiber: 0.4g | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg