Sticky Gooseberry Sauce for the Soul
Indulge in the luscious, tangy-sweet delight of "Sticky Gooseberry Sauce for the Soul," a simple yet versatile recipe perfect for adding fruity flair to both savory and sweet dishes. Bursting with the vibrant flavor of fresh gooseberries, this sauce is delicately sweetened with granulated sugar and honey, balanced by a hint of lemon juice, and spiced with warm notes of cinnamon and ginger. A quick cooking process allows the gooseberries to release their juices, creating a glossy, slightly textured mixture that thickens beautifully with a cornstarch slurry. In just 25 minutes, this easy, homemade sauce is ready to drizzle over roasted meats, dollop onto pancakes, or spoon atop creamy desserts. With its rich fruitiness and satisfying stickiness, it’s a soul-soothing addition to any table—and a must-try recipe for lovers of unique, seasonal flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh gooseberries
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 100 milliliters water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
Wash the gooseberries thoroughly and remove their stems and tails.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the gooseberries, granulated sugar, honey, water, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger.
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the gooseberries burst and release their juices, about 8–10 minutes.
Use a spoon or potato masher to gently crush the gooseberries, creating a smooth but slightly chunky mixture.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the cold water to create a slurry.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce.
Cook the sauce for an additional 3–5 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens and becomes glossy.
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature over your favorite dishes, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
937 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 240.4 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 225.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1035 mg | 22% | |
*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.
