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Sweet and Sour Sauce Recipe

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This classic Sweet and Sour Sauce recipe combines tangy pineapple juice, rice vinegar, and savory soy sauce with a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. Perfectly balanced and easy to make, this versatile sauce complements a variety of dishes, from stir-fries to dipping sauces.

Ingredients

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Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
  • 3 drops red food coloring (optional)

Thickening Agent

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Combine Base Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the pineapple juice, packed light brown sugar, rice vinegar, ketchup, low sodium soy sauce, and red food coloring if using. Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  2. Boil the Mixture: Continue stirring the sauce as it heats up until it reaches a boil. This ensures the sugar dissolves completely and the flavors meld together.
  3. Prepare Cornstarch Slurry: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water, stirring until the cornstarch is fully dissolved to form a smooth slurry.
  4. Thicken the Sauce: Gradually add the cornstarch slurry into the boiling sauce, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
  5. Cool and Serve: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving. Use immediately or store refrigerated for later use.

Notes

  • Red food coloring is optional and is used for appearance only.
  • Adjust the sweetness or tanginess by varying the amount of brown sugar or rice vinegar to taste.
  • This sauce can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Perfect as a dip, glaze, or stir-fry sauce for chicken, pork, or vegetables.

Find it online: https://queenrecipe.com/sweet-and-sour-sauce-recipe/