Basic Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 3

Basic Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce Recipe

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

113

Sugar

27g

Fat

Sweet and Sour Sauce is a popular sauce in Chinese cuisine and is commonly used as a dipping sauce or as a topping for stir-fry dishes. It is a tangy and sweet sauce that is quick and easy to make and requires only a few ingredients that can be found in most kitchens. The combination of vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar gives the sauce a unique flavor that complements different types of dishes. This Basic Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce recipe is perfect for those who want to make their own sauce at home and customize it to their liking.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and sugar.
2.	In a pot over medium heat, mix vinegar, sherry wine, water, soy sauce, and thick molasses (optional).
3.	Gradually add cornstarch mixture to the pot, stirring constantly.
4.	Cook until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
5.	Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
6.	Serve as a dipping sauce or as a topping for stir-fry dishes.

PROS

This sauce is a staple in Chinese cuisine and is versatile in its use.
It can be used as a dipping sauce or as a topping for stir-fry dishes.

It is quick and easy to make and requires only a few ingredients that can be found in most kitchens.

CONS

The sauce contains sugar, which makes it high in calories and sugar content.
It should be used in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The use of cornstarch as a thickener can make it high in carbs, making it unsuitable for those on low-carb diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The vinegar in this sauce can aid in digestion and help regulate blood sugar levels.
The soy sauce and sherry wine contain antioxidants which can help protect against cell damage and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

	2 tablespoons cornstarch
	3/4 cup sugar
	1/3 cup vinegar
	1 teaspoon sherry wine
	1/3 cup water
	2 tablespoons soy sauce
	1 teaspoon chinese thick molasses ( optional )