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Pineapple Sweet And Sour Sauce Recipe

This vibrant and tangy Pineapple Sweet and Sour Sauce is unbelievably easy to make and bursts with tropical flavor! Perfect for glazing chicken, pork, or tofu, drizzling over spring rolls, or as a dipping sauce for pot stickers. Customize it to your liking – omit the pineapple chunks or garlic if desired. This versatile sauce complements a wide array of dishes (see recipe #132546 for pairing ideas!). Get ready to elevate your meals with this simple yet sensational sauce!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 195.7 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.8 (8 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Pineapple Sweet And Sour Sauce

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How to Make Pineapple Sweet And Sour Sauce

  1. Drain two 20-ounce cans of pineapple chunks, reserving the juice in a bowl.
  2. Whisk 2 tablespoons of cornstarch into the reserved pineapple juice until completely smooth and set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
  4. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and a pinch of cayenne pepper (optional).
  5. Stir for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Add ½ cup of ketchup, ¼ cup of packed brown sugar, ¼ cup of white vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
  7. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture comes to a simmer.
  8. Gradually whisk in the cornstarch and pineapple juice mixture.
  9. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  10. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  11. Gently stir in the drained pineapple chunks.
  12. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

138g

Fat

1g

Carbs

14g

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