Sweet and Sour Sauce Recipe Perfect for Chinese Dishes
This irresistible sweet and sour sauce recipe is the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors, ideal for Chinese dishes like crispy chicken, veggies, or fried rice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon (8g) cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) water
- 1/4 cup (60ml) white vinegar
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) ketchup
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) soy sauce
- 1/4 cup (60ml) water
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon (8g) of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons (30ml) of water until smooth. Set aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup (60ml) of white vinegar, 1/4 cup (50g) of granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons (45ml) of ketchup, 2 tablespoons (30ml) of soy sauce, and 1/4 cup (60ml) of water. Stir well to combine.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it begins to simmer.
- Once the sauce reaches a gentle simmer, give the cornstarch slurry a quick stir and slowly pour it into the saucepan while whisking continuously.
- Continue to cook the sauce for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens and becomes glossy.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before using. Adjust consistency with a splash of water if needed.
Notes
[‘Mix the cornstarch slurry well to avoid lumps.’, ‘Allow the sauce to gently simmer for the flavors to meld.’, ‘Taste and adjust sweetness or tanginess to your preference.’, ‘If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water to adjust consistency.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 250
- Carbohydrates: 9
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