Red Plum Sauce
Brighten up your meals with this vibrant and tangy Red Plum Sauce, a versatile condiment bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh red plums. Perfectly balanced with a touch of granulated sugar, a hint of zesty lemon juice, and a subtle kick of ground ginger, this sauce is as flavorful as it is visually stunning. The optional addition of soy sauce lends a savory depth, making it an ideal pairing for everything from roasted meats to grilled vegetables or even as a fruit-forward dessert topping. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe uses a simple cornstarch slurry to achieve the perfect silky texture. Whether served warm or chilled, this homemade plum sauce is sure to become a new kitchen favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium-sized red plums
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon water (for cornstarch slurry)
Instructions
Wash the red plums thoroughly and pit them. Cut the plums into quarters, leaving the skins on for added color and flavor.
In a medium saucepan, combine the quartered plums, granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup of water. Stir to mix.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the plums have softened and broken down into a thick mixture.
Add the lemon juice, ground ginger, and soy sauce (if using) to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 teaspoon of water to create a slurry.
Slowly stir the cornstarch slurry into the plum mixture. Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly.
Optional: For a smoother texture, you can blend the sauce using an immersion blender or transfer it to a regular blender. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve if you want to remove the plum skins.
Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 53 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 162 mg | 3% | |
*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.
