Keto Sweet & Sour Sauce
Elevate your dishes with this tangy and irresistible Keto Sweet & Sour Sauce, perfect for those following a low-carb lifestyle! Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy recipe uses wholesome ingredients like sugar-free ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and erythritol to deliver the perfect balance of sweetness and tang without the carb-heavy load. Enhanced with garlic, ginger, and the option of sesame oil for a nutty flair, this versatile sauce thickens beautifully with xanthan gum for a silky texture. Use it as a glaze, dipping sauce, or marinade to add bold flavor to meats, veggies, or snacks—all while staying keto-friendly. Plus, it stores well for up to a week, making it a convenient addition to your meal prep rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste (unsweetened)
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Sugar-free ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Granulated erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 2 teaspoons Soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Ginger powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Xanthan gum
- 0.5 cups Water
- 0.5 teaspoons Sesame oil (optional, for added flavor)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, add the tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, sugar-free ketchup, granulated erythritol, soy sauce, garlic powder, and ginger powder.
Pour in the water and whisk until all the ingredients are combined and the mixture is smooth.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Once simmering, sprinkle in the xanthan gum while continuously whisking to prevent clumps. Continue to cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
If using sesame oil, stir it in at the end for a hint of nutty flavor.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Taste and adjust the sweetness or tanginess by adding more erythritol or vinegar, if desired.
Serve warm as a dip, glaze, or sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
81 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 933 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 367 mg | 8% | |
*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.
