Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce is a versatile and flavorful condiment that’s perfect for dipping, drizzling, or tossing with your favorite dishes. This homemade recipe is simple to make and delivers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Let’s dive into the details to create the best Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce!
Ingredients
- Pineapple juice:Â 1/2 cup (120ml) (preferably from canned pineapple)
- Rice vinegar:Â 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Ketchup:Â 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Brown sugar:Â 1/4 cup (50g), packed
- Soy sauce:Â 2 tablespoons
- Garlic:Â 2 cloves, minced
- Ginger:Â 1 teaspoon, grated
- Cornstarch:Â 1 tablespoon
- Water:Â 2 tablespoons
- Red food coloring:Â A few drops (optional, for color)
Equipment
- Medium saucepan:Â For cooking the sauce.
- Whisk:Â For mixing the ingredients.
- Measuring cups and spoons:Â To measure ingredients accurately.
- Small bowl:Â For mixing the cornstarch slurry.