Best 6 Dark Sweet And Sour Sauce Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Symphony: Sweet, Sour, and Dark - A Journey Through Flavorful Sauces**

Prepare to embark on a tantalizing adventure as we delve into a world of delectable sauces that dance between sweet, sour, and dark notes. From the classic dark sweet and sour sauce that elevates Chinese takeout to new heights, to the tangy pineapple sweet and sour sauce that adds a tropical twist, these recipes will transform your meals into culinary masterpieces. And for those seeking a unique experience, the dark sweet and sour sauce with hoisin and chili garlic sauce offers a bold fusion of flavors that will ignite your taste buds. Get ready to explore a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOMEMADE SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE



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As close to restaurant sweet and sour sauce as I could get. This sauce is a big hit always.

Provided by GXROXY

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups packed dark brown sugar
¼ cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 ⅓ cups red wine vinegar
1 cup pineapple juice
¼ cup soy sauce
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice

Steps:

  • Mix dark brown sugar, cornstarch, garlic powder, and ground ginger together in a saucepan until well-combined. Add red wine vinegar, pineapple juice, and soy sauce. Cook and stir over medium heat until bubbling, about 8 minutes. Add crushed pineapple; cook until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 93.6 mg, Sugar 12.2 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

SWEET & SOUR BBQ SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 12m

Yield Makes about 1 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1/2 cup dry sherry
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1 1/2 teaspoons Vietnamese chili-garlic sauce
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a small saucepan over high heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook over high heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the sherry, hoisin sauce, ketchup, chile-garlic sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool.

SWEET AND SOUR DESSERT SAUCE



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 1m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

1/4 cup light honey (alfalfa or any wildflower honey will do nicely)
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Place honey in a heavy stainless steel bowl and place over low heat for just a few seconds to "loosen" it up a bit. Remove from the heat and whisk in the sour cream. Serve over anything, from pound cake to fruit. It's darned near universal.
  • Note: These amounts can be adjusted to your personal taste.

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

BRISKET IN SWEET-AND-SOUR SAUCE



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Brisket is the Zelig of the kitchen. It takes on the character of whoever cooks it. In the early part of the 20th century, when ''The Settlement Cook Book'' reigned supreme in American Jewish households, recipes for savory briskets of beef with sauerkraut, cabbage or lima beans were the norm. As tastes became more exotic, cranberry or barbecue sauce, root beer, lemonade and even sake worked their way into recipes. Here, Coca-Cola is the secret ingredient, along with ginger. The result is sublime and the dish only improves if it's cooked a day in advance of serving it. However, you can prepare and serve it the same day, if you'd like, though you may want to use a fat separator to strain the fat from the finished sauce. Several readers commented that the original cooking time and temperature on the recipe (3 hours, including 1 hour uncovered, at 350 degrees) was inaccurate. We've retested and adjusted the recipe, so the brisket now cooks for 5 to 6 hours, covered, at 325 degrees. Please also note that this recipe is not kosher for Passover.

Provided by Joan Nathan

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 6h30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 first-cut brisket, 6 to 7 pounds, rinsed and patted thoroughly dry
1 medium onion, peeled and quartered
1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled, cut into chunks
6 large cloves garlic
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 1/2 cups Coca-Cola or ginger ale
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Let meat stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking. Heat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Place everything but the soda, olive oil and brisket into a food processor, and process with steel blade until smooth. Pour the mixture into a large bowl and whisk in soda and olive oil.
  • Place brisket, fat side up, into a heavy baking pan just large enough to hold it, and pour sauce over it. Cover tightly and bake for 3 hours. Turn brisket over, cover pan, and bake 2 to 3 hours more or until fork-tender. Cool, cover brisket and refrigerate overnight in cooking pan.
  • The next day, transfer brisket to a cutting board, cut off fat and slice with a sharp knife against grain, to desired thickness. Set meat aside. Remove any congealed fat from sauce and bring to a boil on top of stove.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Taste sauce to see if it needs reducing. If so, boil it down for a few minutes or as needed. Return meat to sauce and warm in oven for 20 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 575, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 28 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 622 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, ripe fruits for the best flavor in your sauce.
  • Use a combination of sweet and tangy fruits to create a balanced flavor profile.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and seasonings to create a unique sauce.
  • Simmer the sauce over low heat to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Taste the sauce as it simmers and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Serve the sauce warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

This versatile sauce can be used as a dipping sauce, marinade, or glaze. It's also a great way to add flavor to stir-fries, rice dishes, and noodles. With its sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor, this dark sweet and sour sauce is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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