Image for illustration onlyHomemade Sweet and Sour Sauce
Cooking With KidsA classic sauce featuring a precise balance of deep sweetness and refreshing acidity, boasting a velvety, glossy texture achieved through gentle reduction. It provides a rich glaze of authentic Asian flavors to various dishes, from crispy chicken to stir-fried vegetables, serving as an essential accompaniment for those seeking an elevated interplay of contrasting and complementary profiles.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
1In a saucepan, combine 120 ml ketchup, 5 ml soy sauce, 80 ml vinegar, 100 g brown sugar, and 200 g granulated sugar until well mixed.
2In a separate cup, whisk 180 ml cold water (or pineapple juice) with 60-75 g corn starch until smooth.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 637
- Protein
- 1.3g
- Carbs
- 161.8g
Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Chef tips
Kids can help with the fun part — decorating and adding toppings to make it extra special!
Culinary reasoning
A classic sauce featuring a precise balance of deep sweetness and refreshing acidity, boasting a velvety, glossy texture achieved through gentle reduction. It provides a rich glaze of authentic Asian flavors to various dishes, from crispy chicken to stir-fried vegetables, serving as an essential accompaniment for those seeking an elevated interplay of contrasting and complementary profiles.
