Kittencal’s Restaurant-Style Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 3

Kittencal's Restaurant-Style Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce recipe for a delicious meal

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 cup ketchup
	1 teaspoon regular soy sauce
	1/3 cup white vinegar
	1/2 cup brown sugar , lightly packed
	1 cup white sugar ( can reduce a 2-3 tablespoons for a less sweeter taste )
	3/4 cup cold water ( or can use unsweetened pineapple juice or half each , I prefer the pineapple juice )
	3 tablespoons cornstarch ( for a thinner sauce reduce to 2 tablespoons , if you want an very thick sauce use 4 tablespoons )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

280

Sugar

54g

Fat

Kittencal's Restaurant-Style Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce is a popular sauce used in Asian-inspired dishes. This sauce has the perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors, making it a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of different dishes. It is incredibly easy to make and can be whipped up in just a few minutes with ingredients that you most likely already have in your pantry. This sauce is perfect as a dipping sauce or as a marinade for your favorite Asian-inspired dish.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, soy sauce, white vinegar, brown sugar, and white sugar.
2.	Stir in the cold water (or pineapple juice), and whisk until smooth.
3.	In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 1/4 cup water until smooth.
4.	Whisk the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan.
5.	Bring the sauce to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
6.	Reduce heat to low and let simmer for a few minutes until thickened.
7.	Serve as a dipping sauce or as a marinade for your favorite Asian-inspired dish.

PROS

Kittencal’s Restaurant-Style Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce is incredibly easy to make and can be used in a variety of different dishes.

It has the perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser.

CONS

This sauce is high in sugar content, so it should be used in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is not suitable for those with diabetes or other sugar-related health issues.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this sauce is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The white vinegar in this recipe has been linked to aiding in digestion, lowering blood sugar levels, and promoting healthy skin.