For a smoother sauce, use a fine-mesh sieve to strain out the orange zest after cooking. Adjust the amount of sriracha and cayenne pepper to suit your spice preference. Start with the recommended amount and add more to taste. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving. Freshly squeezed orange juice can be used to replace water, but it changes the flavor slightly. This will require a little less brown sugar in the recipe.
Sweet-and-Sour Orange Sauce
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS15
Transform ordinary dishes into culinary masterpieces with this vibrant Sweet-and-Sour Orange Sauce! Bursting with the bright citrus notes of fresh oranges, balanced by tangy vinegar and a hint of spice, this versatile sauce is the perfect accompaniment to egg rolls, crispy shrimp, succulent chicken, fluffy rice, or a medley of stir-fried vegetables.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate21 g
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Fiber0 g
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Protein0 g
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Sodium84 mg
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Sugar18 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a medium saucepan, whisk together water, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, orange zest, soy sauce, ground ginger, sriracha, white pepper, and cayenne pepper. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
02
StepPlace the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until the brown sugar is completely dissolved. (Cook time: 3-5 minutes)
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StepIn a small bowl, thoroughly whisk together ½ cup of the orange sauce with the cornstarch until smooth and the cornstarch is fully incorporated. Ensure no lumps remain. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
04
StepIncrease the heat to medium-high and bring the sauce to a gentle, slow boil. (Cook time: approximately 5 minutes)
05
StepGradually pour the cornstarch mixture into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Continue to stir until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. (Cook time: 3-5 minutes)
06
StepRemove from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. (Cooling time: approximately 3 minutes)
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Anne Boyle
Jun 29, 2025Easy to follow recipe, and the sauce turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ezequiel Runolfsson
Jun 20, 2025My kids even love this sauce! I serve it with broccoli, and they gobble it up.
Garrison Willms
Jun 17, 2025This sauce is amazing! I used it on chicken wings, and they were a huge hit!
Gideon Abshire
Jun 16, 2025I love the balance of sweet, sour, and spicy. It's so versatile!
Cleveland Runolfsson
Jun 6, 2025I subbed the red wine vinegar for rice vinegar and it still tasted great!
Esperanza Weimannhuel
Jun 3, 2025I added a little bit of sesame oil for an extra layer of flavor, and it was fantastic!
Selmer Kunze
May 31, 2025The fresh orange zest really makes a difference!
Matilda Klocko
May 25, 2025I wish I had found this recipe sooner! It's so much better than store-bought sauce.