Oriental Sweet and Sour Sauce
Elevate your dishes with this vibrant Oriental Sweet and Sour Sauce, a perfect blend of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. Made with tropical pineapple juice, zesty rice vinegar, and rich soy sauce, this versatile sauce strikes a flawless balance that will take your stir-fries, grilled meats, or crispy spring rolls to the next level. The addition of freshly grated ginger and minced garlic deepens the flavor profile, while a quick cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce thickens to a silky, restaurant-style consistency. With only 15 minutes from start to finish, this easy homemade condiment is a must-have for your Asian-inspired culinary creations. Plus, it's refrigerator-friendly, making it a convenient go-to for busy weeknights.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Pineapple juice
- 0.5 cup Rice vinegar
- 0.25 cup Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has fully dissolved (about 3 minutes).
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the saucepan, and continue to cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until the mixture is smooth with no lumps.
Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan while whisking continuously to prevent clumping.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for about 3–5 minutes or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Taste and adjust the flavors if needed, adding more vinegar for tanginess or sugar for sweetness.
Serve warm or allow the sauce to cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 837 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.1 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 358 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.
