Homemade Sweet and Sour Sauce

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Homemade Sweet and Sour Sauce

Homemade Sweet and Sour Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    20 mins
  • SERVING
    40 People
  • VIEWS
    24

Embark on a culinary adventure and craft a vibrant, homemade Sweet and Sour Sauce. This recipe captures the essence of your favorite restaurant rendition, delivering an irresistible balance of tangy, sweet, and savory notes that will elevate any dish.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    14 g
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Sodium
    94 mg
  • Sugar
    12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the dark brown sugar, cornstarch, garlic powder, and ground ginger until thoroughly combined. Gradually incorporate the red wine vinegar, pineapple juice, and soy sauce, ensuring a smooth consistency. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

02

Step
8 mins

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring continuously, until the mixture comes to a gentle bubble and begins to thicken. (Cook time: 8 minutes)

03

Step
3 mins

Stir in the crushed pineapple, including its juice. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reaches your desired thickness. (Cook time: 2-3 minutes)

04

Step

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.

For a smoother sauce, consider using a fine-mesh sieve to strain out any lumps after cooking.
Adjust the amount of red wine vinegar to tailor the tanginess to your preference.
This sauce is excellent served with chicken, pork, shrimp, or vegetables. You could make it as a dipping sauce or add it to your main course.
Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.8/ 5 ( 8 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)

  • Amira Ankunding

    Jun 13, 2025

    I added a little bit of honey for extra sweetness, and it turned out amazing! Thanks for sharing this recipe.

  • Cristina Runolfsdottir

    May 5, 2025

    This recipe is fantastic! It's so easy to make, and the flavor is spot-on. My family loves it!

  • Dolores Oconnell

    May 4, 2025

    I've tried many sweet and sour sauce recipes, and this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of sweet and sour.

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