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Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce

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This Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce is a quick, bold, and flavorful condiment perfect for dipping, glazing, or stir-frying. Made in just 10 minutes with pantry staples, it’s sweet, tangy, and endlessly versatile—a must-have for homemade Asian dishes.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, pineapple juice (if using), and soy sauce.
  2. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
  3. Mix cornstarch and water in a separate bowl to make a slurry.
  4. Slowly add the slurry to the saucepan while stirring.
  5. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to desired consistency.
  6. Use immediately or cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Add extra vinegar for more tang, or more cornstarch slurry for thicker texture.
  • Pineapple juice enhances sweetness and adds fruity depth.
  • Add garlic, ginger, or chili flakes for spiced variations.
  • Great for dipping spring rolls, glazing meatballs, or coating stir-fry.

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