Sweet @ Sour Sauce For Chicken

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A tangy, glossy glaze that perfectly balances sweetness and acidity for stir-fries
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This homemade Sweet and Sour sauce is the secret to restaurant-quality chicken dishes. By combining ketchup, white vinegar, and fresh lemon juice with sugar, you create a vibrant, glossy glaze that clings beautifully to fried chicken or pork. The flavor profile is a perfect harmony of sweet, tart, and savory notes, making it an ideal companion for crispy proteins and stir-fried vegetables. It’s quick to whip up in under 30 minutes using pantry staples, ensuring you always have a delicious sauce on hand for weeknight dinners. This versatile condiment adds a bright, zesty kick that elevates simple ingredients into a memorable meal.

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Sweet @ Sour Sauce For Chicken

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 1492.9

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This homemade Sweet and Sour sauce is the secret to restaurant-quality chicken dishes. By combining ketchup, white vinegar, and fresh lemon juice with sugar, you create a vibrant, glossy glaze that clings beautifully to fried chicken or pork. The flavor profile is a perfect harmony of sweet, tart, and savory notes, making it an ideal companion for crispy proteins and stir-fried vegetables. It&# 226;ÂÂs quick to whip up in under 30 minutes using pantry staples, ensuring you always have a delicious sauce on hand for weeknight dinners. This versatile condiment adds a bright, zesty kick that elevates simple ingredients into a memorable meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the ketchup, white vinegar, 6 ounces of water, sugar, and lemon juice.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until the sugar has completely dissolved and the mixture begins to simmer.
  3. In a small separate bowl, whisk together the 2 teaspoons of cornstarch and 2 ounces of cold water until smooth to create a slurry.
  4. While stirring the simmering sauce continuously, slowly pour in the cornstarch slurry.
  5. Continue to cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens to a glossy, syrupy consistency.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before tossing with cooked chicken or serving alongside your dish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1492.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1645.1mg69%
Total Carbohydrate 380.0g127%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g5%
Sugars 372.7g
Protein 0.9g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a thicker sauce, add a bit more cornstarch slurry; for a thinner sauce, add a splash more water.

This sauce stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a teaspoon of water if it becomes too thick.

For a more authentic Asian flavor profile, consider adding a dash of soy sauce or a pinch of ginger to the mix.

Ensure the cornstarch is fully dissolved in cold water before adding it to the hot sauce to prevent lumps.

Keywords: sweet and sour, chicken sauce, stir fry, glaze, ketchup, vinegar, lemon, sugar, cornstarch, homemade, asian fusion, pantry staples, quick recipe, tangy, glossy, condiment, weeknight dinner, simple, vegetarian, vegan
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