Chinese Duck Sauce
Sweet, tangy, and perfectly balanced with a touch of heat, this homemade Chinese Duck Sauce is the ultimate dipping companion for your favorite appetizers. Made with a base of apricot preserves, rice vinegar, and soy sauce, this versatile condiment delivers a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors with hints of fresh ginger and garlic. A quick and easy cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to a silky consistency, while a pinch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for drizzling over crispy duck, egg rolls, or wontons—or using as a luscious glaze for grilled meats. Skip the store-bought versions and elevate your meals with this easy, customizable condiment that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Apricot preserves
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (fresh, grated)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the apricot preserves, rice vinegar, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and brown sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture until the ingredients are well combined and the sugar is dissolved.
In a small bowl, whisk together the water and cornstarch until smooth to create a slurry.
Slowly add the slurry to the saucepan, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of heat.
Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool to room temperature before serving.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
135 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 43 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 12 mg | 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.
