Ingredients for Lemon Sweet Sour Sauce
- Lemons, Juice Of
- 1/2 cup ketchup (optional)
- White Sugar
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- Lemon Zest
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How to Make Lemon Sweet Sour Sauce
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, the juice of 2 lemons, the zest of 1 lemon, and 1/2 cup ketchup (optional, omit for a brighter flavor).
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 1/4 cup cold water until smooth.
- Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the lemon mixture in the saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and comes to a gentle simmer (about 2-3 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons finely diced cucumber.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
28g
Fat
0g
Carbs
3g
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