Ingredients for Mandarin Orange Grilling Sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (for chicken basting)
- Zest of 1 orange
- Orange Juice
- Lemon Juice
- Mandarin Oranges
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How to Make Mandarin Orange Grilling Sauce
- In a small saucepan, whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and the zest of 1 orange.
- Stir in 1/2 cup orange juice and 1/4 cup lemon juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 minute, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup mandarin orange segments.
- Cover and keep warm until ready to serve. Serve alongside grilled chicken, fish, or pork.
- **Microwave Instructions:**
- In a 4-cup microwave-safe bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and the zest of 1 orange.
- Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup orange juice and 1/4 cup lemon juice.
- Microwave on high for 3-4 minutes, or until the mixture boils, stirring every minute.
- Continue microwaving for 1 minute to ensure the sauce has thickened.
- Remove from microwave and stir in 1/2 cup mandarin orange segments.
- Cover and keep warm until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
67g
Fat
0g
Carbs
7g
