Hawaiian Sauce for Ham or Chicken
Transform your meals into a tropical paradise with this luscious Hawaiian Sauce, perfect for glazing ham or chicken. Bursting with the sweet-and-savory flavors of pineapple juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce, this recipe is beautifully balanced with tangy apple cider vinegar, aromatic garlic, and a hint of fresh ginger. A touch of optional crushed red pepper flakes adds a subtle heat for those who like a spicy kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, this silky, homemade glaze thickens effortlessly with a simple cornstarch slurry, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Serve it as a glaze or dipping sauce and elevate your dishes with the irresistible taste of the tropics.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. If you prefer a little heat, add the crushed red pepper flakes.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the brown sugar is completely dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
Gradually stir the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan while continually whisking to prevent lumps.
Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Brush the Hawaiian sauce over ham or chicken, or use it as a dipping sauce on the side for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
488 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1177 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.4 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 111 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 483 mg | 10% | |
*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.
