Learn how to make a mouthwatering homemade sweet and sour sauce II from scratch. This recipe is perfect for adding a tangy and sweet flavor to your favorite dishes. It is quick, easy, and uses simple ingredients that are probably already in your pantry. Try this flavorful sauce on chicken, pork, or even as a dipping sauce for appetizers.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon cold water
Directions
- In a small saucepan, combine pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water until it forms a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering sauce while stirring constantly.
- Continue cooking the sauce over medium heat until it thickens to your desired consistency. This usually takes about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool for a few minutes before using it. The sauce will continue to thicken slightly as it cools.
Interesting Facts
Sweet and sour sauce is a popular condiment in Chinese cuisine and is often used as a dipping sauce for deep-fried dishes.
The balance between the sweetness and tanginess in sweet and sour sauce is what makes it so irresistible.
You can customize the thickness of the sauce by adjusting the amount of cornstarch in the recipe. Add more cornstarch for a thicker sauce or less for a thinner consistency.