Best 5 Pink Sweet Sour Sauce Recipes

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Pink Sweet and Sour Sauce is a tangy, slightly spicy, and vibrant sauce that adds a delightful pop of color and flavor to any dish. This versatile sauce is perfect for stir-fries, noodles, chicken, shrimp, or tofu. The combination of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors makes it a favorite among food lovers of all ages.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

FRUITY SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE



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This is the light pink and fruity tasting sweet and sour sauce that they serve in Chinese restaurants. The maraschino cherry juice makes the difference; don't ever throw it away again! Serve warm as a dipping sauce, or over meat as a sweet and sour sauce.

Provided by SPARKLER8666

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup white sugar, or to taste
½ cup white vinegar, or more to taste
½ cup maraschino cherry juice
½ cup pineapple juice
1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
¼ cup cold water

Steps:

  • Mix the sugar, vinegar, maraschino cherry juice, and pineapple juice in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
  • Place the cornstarch in a small bowl, and stir the water into it to make a smooth paste. Stir the cornstarch paste into the juice mixture, and bring to a simmer. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens, about 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Sodium 0.3 mg, Sugar 7 g

SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE I



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An excellent, traditional sweet and sour sauce. It is great served with meatballs, with tempura, or even over rice!

Provided by NAG_CA

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 12m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

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

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 236.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

PINK SWEET & SOUR SAUCE



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Make and share this Pink Sweet & Sour Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lovemexfood

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a sauce pan, over medium heat, combine pineapple juice, white vinegar, sugar and salt. Bring to a gentle boil. Combine the cherry juice and cornstarch to make a slurry. Add the slurry into the gently boiling pineapple juice mixture. Lower the heat and stir until desired thickness. (More cornstarch may be used if a thicker sauce is desired.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.5, Fat 0.1, Sodium 49.9, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 12.5, Protein 0.1

SWEET SOUR SAUCE SECRETS



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With a little imagination, and some courage, the quest for unique sweet sour sauce can be fulfilled with this simple formula. First thing to try to appreciate is that cooking is a creative sport. SO... Here is a formula that will lead to your own Great Sweet Sour Sauce.

Provided by Bill Hilbrich

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 cup ketchup (or 1/4 cup other tomato based sauce)
1/4 cup brown sugar (like honey) or 1/4 cup another sweetener (like honey)
1/4 cup vinegar (I use white but others use wine or apple)
1/4 cup fruit juice (I use pineapple but some people use cherry or orange or 1/8 cup apple and 1/8 cup orange)

Steps:

  • The point is that as long as you stick to the basic idea of tomato/sweetener/vinegar/sweet liquid --
  • You can Create your own Sweet Sour Sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.9, Fat 0.2, Sodium 685, Carbohydrate 69.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 67, Protein 1.1

SWEET & SOUR SAUCE



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Enjoy this simple version of a Chinese takeaway favourite as a dipping sauce or mix it through meat and veg for a tangy, flavourful dish

Provided by Adam Bush

Categories     Condiment

Time 10m

Yield Serves 4-6 (makes 350ml)

Number Of Ingredients 6

200ml pineapple juice
100g light brown soft sugar
4 tbsp tomato ketchup
2 tbsp soy sauce
3 tbsp rice wine vinegar
1 tbsp cornflour

Steps:

  • Put everything except the cornflour into a small saucepan and cook over a medium heat, while whisking, until just simmering.
  • Add the cornflour to a small bowl, add 1 tbsp water and mix together. Pour into the saucepan and whisk together until thickened and saucy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 0.1 grams fat, Carbohydrate 26 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 23 grams sugar, Fiber 0.1 grams fiber, Protein 0.5 grams protein, Sodium 0.9 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Always start with fresh pineapple for the best flavor. Fresh pineapple also adds a nice texture to the sauce.
  • If you don't have fresh pineapple, you can use canned pineapple, but be sure to drain it well before using.
  • You can use any type of vinegar for this recipe, but rice vinegar or white vinegar are commonly used.
  • If you want a sweeter sauce, add more sugar. If you want a more sour sauce, add more vinegar.
  • This sauce is great served over chicken, fish, or shrimp. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for spring rolls or egg rolls.

Conclusion:

With its vibrant pink color, slightly tangy and sweet flavor, and versatility, the pink sweet and sour sauce is a popular choice for many Asian dishes. Whether you're making a classic Chinese dish or experimenting with a new fusion recipe, this sauce is sure to add a delicious touch to your meal. So next time you're looking for a flavorful sauce to elevate your dish, give the pink sweet and sour sauce a try!

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