Sweet and Sour Sauce
Sweet and sour sauce is a delightful blend of tangy and sweet flavors that elevates any dish. This versatile sauce is perfect for stir-fries, dipping, or drizzling over grilled meats and veggies. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a glossy, luscious sauce that adds a burst of flavor to your meals. Quick to make and easy to customize, this recipe will become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar (unseasoned)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- Water (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by measuring them out for a seamless cooking experience.
- In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic powder over medium heat. Stir until well blended.
- Gradually add water while stirring continuously until desired consistency is reached. Add the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for about 5-7 minutes while stirring constantly until it becomes glossy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tanginess if needed. Remove from heat and let cool before using or storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg