Description
Sweet and sour sauce is a vibrant, flavorful blend that elevates any dish with its delightful balance of tanginess and sweetness. Perfect for drizzling over crispy chicken or tossing with fresh vegetables, this homemade sauce will transform your meals into culinary celebrations. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s an instant crowd-pleaser that adds visual appeal and delicious flavor to weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar (unfiltered)
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, mix together ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic powder over medium heat until well combined.
- Gradually stir in water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while continuously stirring to activate the cornstarch.
- In a small bowl, combine cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry; add to the saucepan while whisking vigorously.
- Allow the sauce to simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg