This incredibly easy sweet and sour sauce recipe, passed down from my mother-in-law, is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Perfect for meatballs, leftover chicken or pork, even hot dogs (yes, really!), this vibrant sauce delivers the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Serve it over your favorite protein, or get creative like my husband and enjoy it spooned over a side of creamy mashed potatoes. Ready in just 5 minutes, this recipe is a weeknight dinner game-changer!
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How to Make Linda's Sweet And Sour Sauce
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of white sugar. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
Stir in 1 cup of ketchup and return to a boil.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup cold water and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch until smooth and no lumps remain.
Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the boiling sauce, whisking constantly to prevent clumping.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and continue stirring until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. If it's too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until you reach your preferred thickness.
Serve immediately over your favorite protein or alongside mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information(Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
113g
Fat
0g
Carbs
10g
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