Description
This classic Sweet and Sour Sauce recipe combines tangy vinegar, sweet brown sugar, and savory ketchup in a simple, quick-to-make sauce perfect for dipping, glazing, or accompanying your favorite dishes. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for enhancing stir-fries, grilled meats, or as a flavorful dip.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, add ketchup, white vinegar, packed brown sugar, water, cornstarch, and salt. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat to start the cooking process.
- Cook and Whisk: Whisk the mixture constantly as it heats. Continue whisking until the sauce reaches a boil and noticeably thickens to a glossy consistency, which should take about 5 minutes.
- Serve or Store: Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat. You may serve the sweet and sour sauce immediately warm or allow it to cool completely. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Stir constantly while cooking to prevent clumps and ensure smooth texture.
- Adjust the sweetness or tanginess by tweaking brown sugar or vinegar according to your taste preference.
- Use as a dipping sauce for fried appetizers or as a glaze for grilled meats and vegetables.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks in a sealed container.
- To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop or microwave, stirring to maintain consistency.
