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Sweet and Sour Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Chinese cuisine, Sweet and Sour Sauce is a beloved condiment that balances tangy and sweet flavors, often accompanying fried dishes. Traditionally, it reflects the harmony of flavors in Chinese cooking. Today, it has gained global popularity, appearing in various adaptations, from fast food to gourmet dishes.

ChineseCNother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup pineapple juice
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
red coloring (optional)

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a milder flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

ketchup

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: store-bought tomato sauce

Homemade sauce can reduce preservatives.

pineapple juice

🥗Healthier: orange juice

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple juice

Orange juice gives a different but pleasant tang.

1

Combine 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup pineapple juice, 2 teaspoons soy sauce, 1/3 cup ketchup, and 1/3 cup white vinegar in a pot.

2

Mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 1/2 cup of water in a bowl.

3

Pour the cornstarch mixture into the pot with the other ingredients.

4

Bring the mixture to a low boil while stirring to combine.

5

Allow the sauce to thicken as it comes to a slow boil.

6

Taste the sauce after letting it cool and adjust ingredients as desired.

Cooking Techniques

mixingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganvegetarian

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Chinese Sweet and Sour SauceTangy Sauce

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