Sweet Sour Sauce No Pineapple Recipe

Craving sweet and sour but short on time and fancy ingredients? This ridiculously easy recipe uses pantry staples to create a vibrant, tangy sauce in just 10 minutes! Perfect for chicken wings, egg rolls, pork, veggies, and more. My mum's secret recipe – cheap, cheerful, and unbelievably delicious!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 342.2 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 3.8 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet Sour Sauce No Pineapple

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How to Make Sweet Sour Sauce No Pineapple

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the ketchup, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and garlic powder until smooth.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dish!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

328g

Fat

0g

Carbs

27g