Easy Plum Sauce
Elevate your dishes with this Easy Plum Sauce, a versatile and flavorful condiment that blends the sweetness of ripe plums with the savory depth of soy sauce and the tangy brightness of rice vinegar. A hint of grated ginger and minced garlic adds warmth, while a touch of crushed red pepper flakes provides a subtle kick. Ready in just 30 minutes, this homemade plum sauce is perfect as a dipping sauce, marinade, or drizzle over grilled meats, dumplings, or roasted veggies. With its simple ingredients and balanced flavors, this easy plum sauce recipe is a must-have for anyone looking to add a gourmet touch to their meals. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge, making it a convenient make-ahead option for busy weeknights or entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole ripe plums
- 0.33 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Wash the plums thoroughly and cut them in half. Remove the pits and roughly chop the flesh.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped plums, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, water, and red pepper flakes.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the plums are very soft and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes.
Use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a countertop blender. Blend until smooth. Be cautious when blending hot liquids.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more soy sauce for saltiness, more sugar for sweetness, or more vinegar for tanginess.
Pour the sauce into a clean jar or airtight container and let it cool completely before refrigerating. The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Serve as a dipping sauce, marinade, or condiment for your favorite dishes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
391 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1168 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.1 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 88.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 830 mg | 18% | |
*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.
