Duck Sauce from Scratch
Discover the magic of homemade condiments with this Duck Sauce from Scratch recipe—an irresistibly sweet and tangy accompaniment that's leagues ahead of store-bought versions. Made with real apricot preserves, juicy pineapple chunks, and a zesty kick of fresh ginger and garlic, this sauce balances bold flavors with a delicate touch of soy sauce and honey. A quick 20-minute process takes you from simmering the ingredients to blending them into a smooth, glossy sauce thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry. Perfect for dipping crispy egg rolls, glazing meat, or drizzling over rice, this homemade duck sauce is a versatile treat that keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to two weeks. Say goodbye to artificial additives and elevate your dipping game with this delightful Asian-inspired recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Apricot preserves
- 1 cup Canned pineapple chunks (with juice)
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the apricot preserves, canned pineapple chunks with their juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and honey.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir to combine all the ingredients. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.
Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth. Alternatively, pour the mixture into a countertop blender to puree, then return it to the saucepan.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
Add the slurry to the saucepan and stir well. Cook the sauce for another 2-3 minutes, allowing it to thicken.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the duck sauce cool slightly before transferring it to a jar or airtight container.
Refrigerate the sauce until ready to use. It will keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
943 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 635 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.3 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 220.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 281 mg | 6% | |
*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.
