Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup ketchup
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- 1/3 cup rice vinegar
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- 1/4 cup brown sugar
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- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
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- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
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- 1/4 cup water
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- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
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- 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
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- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
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- In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Whisk together until well blended and set aside.
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- In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Make sure it’s well dissolved and set aside.
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- Heat the vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture becomes fragrant.
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- Pour the ketchup mixture into the saucepan and bring to a simmer. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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- Re-stir the cornstarch slurry to ensure it’s well mixed, then pour into the simmering sauce. Continue stirring continuously until the sauce thickens, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
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- Remove the sauce from the heat and allow it to cool slightly before using.
Notes
This Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce can serve as a versatile dip for your favorite appetizers or as a vibrant sauce for stir-fries. Enjoy the rich flavors and the ease of making one of Chinese cuisine’s most popular sauces right in your own kitchen!