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Sweet and Sour Sauce Recipe

This homemade sweet and sour sauce is a perfect blend of tangy and sweet, adding a burst of flavor to your favorite dishes. Whether you're dipping, glazing, or stirring, this sauce is your new go-to.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: asian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup white vinegar
  • ⅔ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • ¾ cup white sugar

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients.
  2. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sugar, water, vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and ketchup.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil, ensuring to stir constantly.
  4. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens to a smooth, glossy consistency.
  5. Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving.
  6. Enjoy!

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