Sweet & Sour Sauce recipe

 Chef Stephvnietea's Easy Sweet & Sour Sauce recipe

Chef Stephvnietea's Sweet and Sour Sauce recipe is a simple yet flavorful sauce that is easy to make at home. 

Ingredients

• Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup white distilled vinegar
  • 1/4 cup apricot or peach preserves (optional, for a sweeter taste)
  • 2 1/2 tbsp sugar (can be adjusted to taste)
  • 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
• Slurry:
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water 

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, combine water, vinegar, apricot preserves (if using), soy sauce, and sugar.
2. Mix well and turn on the heat, bringing the sauce to a boil.
3. Ensure the sugar is completely dissolved, then bring the sauce down to a simmer.
4. In a separate small bowl, combine cornstarch and water for the slurry, mixing well to avoid clumps.
5. Pour the slurry into the simmering saucepan and stir immediately to thicken the sauce.
6. Serve cool or warm, or store in an airtight container for up to a week in the fridge. 

Note: This recipe can be adapted to your preference. If you prefer a less sweet sauce, you can reduce the amount of preserves or sugar. You can also experiment with other types of vinegar like rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar. To achieve a deeper red color, a few drops of food coloring can be added. 

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