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Homemade Sweet And Sour Mix Recipe

Unlock the secret to a vibrant, restaurant-quality sweet and sour mix! Inspired by a Disney cruise tequila tasting seminar, this fresh recipe is easy to make and keeps for weeks. Perfect for margaritas, cocktails, or even as a delicious glaze. Scale the recipe to your needs – the measurements below make a delightful batch. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this homemade twist on a classic!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 47.7 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
Homemade Sweet And Sour Mix

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Ingredients for Homemade Sweet And Sour Mix

  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • Simple Syrup

How to Make Homemade Sweet And Sour Mix

  1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine 1 cup white sugar, 1 cup white vinegar, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup lime juice, and 1 tablespoon orange juice.
  2. Whisk vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for added warmth).
  4. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness to your preference. Add more sugar for sweetness or more vinegar for tartness.
  5. Pour the mixture into an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. It will keep for several weeks in the refrigerator.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

0g

Carbs

4g

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