Description
This Tropical Sweet & Tangy Sauce is a delightful fusion of flavors with a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Ideal for dipping spring rolls or drizzling over grilled meats, this versatile sauce will add a tropical twist to your dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Sauce:
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ½ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Cornstarch Slurry:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Optional:
- Pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the pineapple juice, orange juice, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, ginger, and garlic. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Create Slurry: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water until smooth.
- Thicken Sauce: Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce, whisking constantly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Serve: Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- This sauce pairs well with grilled chicken, shrimp, pork, or spring rolls.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- For a spicier version, add more red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
