Description
This Sweet Chili Pineapple Sauce is a delightful combination of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors, perfect for dipping spring rolls, chicken tenders, or shrimp. Easy to make and versatile, this homemade sauce elevates your dishes with a tropical twist.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to heat preference)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine pineapple, rice vinegar, water, sugar, honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes. Simmer.
- Add Cornstarch Slurry: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened and glossy.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from heat, cool slightly, and use immediately or store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Great for dipping spring rolls, chicken tenders, or shrimp.
- Blend for a smoother consistency if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
