Sugar-Free Sweet and Sour Sauce
Experience the perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors with this Sugar-Free Sweet and Sour Sauce, crafted to deliver all the classic taste you love—without the added sugar. Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened pineapple juice, low-sodium soy sauce, and a touch of powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, this recipe is both diabetic-friendly and suitable for low-sugar diets. A quick homemade cornstarch slurry ensures a thick, glossy finish, while hints of garlic and ginger elevate the flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal as a dip, glaze, or stir-fry addition. Whether you're looking for a healthier alternative or catering to dietary needs, this sugar-free recipe is sure to impress with its vibrant taste and guilt-free indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Vinegar (apple cider or white vinegar)
- 0.5 cup Pineapple juice (100% unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low sodium if preferred)
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons Powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tablespoons Cornstarch (or arrowroot powder for a gluten-free option)
- 2 tablespoons Cold water (for cornstarch slurry)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the tomato paste, vinegar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, water, garlic powder, ground ginger, and powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener.
Whisk the ingredients together over medium heat until well combined and brought to a gentle simmer.
In a small bowl, prepare a cornstarch slurry by mixing the cornstarch (or arrowroot powder) with the cold water. Stir until smooth and lump-free.
Gradually pour the slurry into the saucepan while continuously whisking to prevent lumps.
Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Adjust seasoning as needed (e.g., add a bit more sweetener or vinegar to taste).
Serve immediately as a dip, glaze, or stir-fry sauce. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1039 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.8 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 901 mg | 19% | |
*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.
