Sweet-and-Sour Sauce Recipe

Name: Sweet-and-Sour Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water; 1 tablespoon finely chopped yellow onion; 1 small clove garlic, finely minced; 3 1/2 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar; 1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce or 2 tablespoons light (regular) soy sauce; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon white pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon chopped scallion, green part only; 1 tablespoon finely chopped carrot; 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon finely chopped yellow onion
1 small clove garlic, finely minced
3 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce or 2 tablespoons light (regular) soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon chopped scallion, green part only
1 tablespoon finely chopped carrot
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepper

1
In a saucepan, combine the water, onion, garlic, sugar, vinegar, fish sauce, salt, and white pepper and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
2
Lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
3
Give the cornstarch mixture a stir, add it to the pan, and continue to cook, stirring, for about 30 seconds, or until the sauce thickens.
4
Remove from the heat and stir in the scallion, carrot, and bell pepper.
5
Let the sauce stand for 5 to 10 minutes.
6
Taste and adjust the flavors.
7
Transfer to a bowl or divide among dipping sauce bowls, and serve warm or at room temperature.

104

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups water, 1 tablespoon finely chopped yellow onion, 1 small clove garlic, finely minced, 3 1/2 tablespoons sugar, and more.

Yes, Sweet-and-Sour Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sweet-and-Sour Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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