Sweet and Sour Sauce (China)

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 16

Quick and easy Sweet and Sour Sauce recipe

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 cup grape jelly
	1/2 cup chili sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

133

Sugar

32g

Fat

Sweet and Sour Sauce is a popular condiment in Chinese cuisine and is used as a dipping sauce or a glaze for various dishes. This version of the sauce is made with only 2 ingredients - grape jelly and chili sauce. It has a sweet and tangy flavor with a little bit of heat from the chili sauce. The sauce is perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your favorite fried or grilled foods.

Instructions

1.	Heat grape jelly and chili sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
2.	Stirring constantly, cook until the jelly has melted and the mixture is smooth.
3.	Remove from heat and let it cool completely before serving.

PROS

This Sweet and Sour Sauce is quick and easy to make.

It takes only 2 ingredients and less than 10 minutes to prepare.

The sauce is perfect for dipping egg rolls, chicken nuggets, and other fried foods.

CONS

The sauce is high in sugar and sodium due to the use of grape jelly and chili sauce.

It should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sauce is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The chili sauce in this recipe contains capsaicin, a compound known for its anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties. Capsaicin has also been linked to boosting metabolism and reducing appetite.