How to Make Sweet and Sour Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re a fan of takeout, then you’ve likely enjoyed sweet and sour sauce on many occasions. This iconic sauce can be used for a variety of dishes, from chicken to shrimp to tofu. Its perfect combination of sweetness and tanginess makes it a beloved condiment in many households.

While you can easily purchase sweet and sour sauce from the store, there’s something special about making it from scratch. Not only can you control the flavor and ingredients, but you can also customize it t...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • ⅔ cup water
  • ⅓ cup white vinegar
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 16

  • Place sugar, water, vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and ketchup in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir continuously until mixture has thickened.
  • Nutrition

    43 cal.

    • Sodium: 236mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 1mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 13mg