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Sweet and Sour Sauce

Sweet and Sour Sauce

A tangy, vibrant Sweet and Sour Sauce made with pineapple juice, vinegar, and ketchup—perfect for dipping, stir-fries, or glazing meats.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Sauce / Condiment
Cuisine Asian-American
Servings 4
Calories 45 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk or wooden spoon
  • measuring cups/spoons
  • Small bowl (for cornstarch slurry)

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup pineapple juice
  • ⅓ cup rice vinegar or white vinegar
  • ⅓ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup brown sugar or white sugar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ginger powder or fresh grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water slurry, for thickening

Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan, combine pineapple juice, vinegar, ketchup, sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
  • Whisk together and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  • Stir in cornstarch slurry, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
  • Simmer 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  • Taste and adjust sweetness or tanginess if needed.
  • Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per 2 tbsp, approx.):
• Calories: 45
• Protein: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 11g
• Fat: 0g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 180mg
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 9g
Keyword Sweet and Sour Sauce