How to Make Duck Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Duck sauce is a classic Chinese condiment that is sweet, tangy, and full of flavor. It is often served alongside dishes such as spring rolls, dumplings, and egg rolls, and it can also be used as a dipping sauce for roasted or grilled meats. The sauce gets its distinctive flavor from a combination of ingredients including apricots, vinegar, sugar, and spices.

While traditionally used in Chinese cuisine, duck sauce has become a popular condiment in various parts of the world due to its ...

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Ingredients

  • 5 cups coarsely chopped mixed fruit (apples, plums, and pears)
  • 1 cup water, or more as needed
  • ¾ cup apple juice
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apricot preserves
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dry mustard

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 3 cups

  • Place fruit in a stockpot over medium-high heat. Stir in 1 cup water, apple juice, brown sugar, apricot preserves, soy sauce, garlic powder, and dry mustard. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently to dissolve brown sugar. Reduce the heat and continue simmering until fruit is completely soft, about 40 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool for 30 minutes.
  • Transfer cooled mixture to a food processor or blender. Blend until completely smooth, adjusting the consistency with additional water if desired. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Nutrition

    41 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 15mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 10mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 91mg