Best 3 Sweet And Sour Stir Fry Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry Sauce, a delightful harmony of flavors that will elevate your stir-fries to new heights. This versatile sauce, boasting a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and tangy notes, is a symphony of culinary artistry. Crafted with a medley of pantry staples, including ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and a hint of ginger and garlic, this sauce is a breeze to make and promises to transform your everyday stir-fries into extraordinary meals.

Within this comprehensive guide, you'll find a collection of delectable Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry Sauce recipes, each offering unique variations to suit diverse palates and dietary preferences. Explore the classic Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry Sauce recipe, a timeless favorite that embodies the perfect balance of flavors. Discover the tantalizing Vegan Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry Sauce, a plant-based rendition that delivers all the delectable flavors without compromising on taste. For those seeking a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry Sauce is a delightful alternative that caters to dietary restrictions without sacrificing any of the lip-smacking goodness.

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey, where the vibrant flavors of the Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry Sauce take center stage. Elevate your stir-fries to culinary masterpieces with this versatile sauce, and savor the explosion of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HAM AND PEPPERS STIR FRY WITH SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE



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We call this "Ham and Peppers" but there's onion and pineapple too. This is a great quick meal and an excellent use for leftover ham. The recipe was originally from a Doubleday Cookbook but has evolved during the past 12 years to suit our taste--we like the ham and onions slightly browned and the peppers crisp/tender. Serve over steamed rice and add soy sauce to taste. Note that this dish is best just after it's thickened and it doesn't reheat that well, but there's rarely any leftovers.

Provided by TommyGato

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups diced cooked ham
2 tablespoons butter (Divided in thirds)
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks (don't drain) or 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits (don't drain)
1 medium onion, peeled cut in half and quartered
1 medium bell pepper, cored seeded, and cut in 1/2 inch strips (your favorite color)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar (or 1/3 cup granulated sugar with 1/2 tsp. molasses)
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Prepare the sauce by first stirring cornstarch with about 2 or 3 tbs.of the chicken broth in a small bowl.
  • When the cornstarch is dissolved and smooth, stir in the remaining sauce ingredients and set aside.
  • Brown ham in 1/3 of butter over moderately high heat in a skillet or wok until it begins to brown.
  • Remove and set the ham aside.
  • Melt another 1/3 of the butter in the skillet or wok and sauté the onions.
  • When they start to soften and turn translucent, add the peppers and the final 1/3 of the butter.
  • When the onions have somewhat browned, add the ham and the pineapple, juice and all.
  • Stir the sauce until smooth again (since the cornstarch tends to settle) and pour into skillet or wok.
  • Increase heat and stir until the sauce begins to bubble.
  • Reduce heat and stir for a minute or two until the cornstarch is fully cooked; if too thick, thin with a little water or broth.
  • Serve over steamed rice as soon as possible. I like to sprinkle some dried hot red pepper flakes over it; I love hot food and this gives the dish some zing!

PINEAPPLE SWEET AND SOUR STIR FRY SAUCE



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This is the best sweet and sour sauce recipe I've ever found. It is very close to the sweet and sour you get at chinese restaurants, a deep pink colour, glossy and tangy.

Provided by Erin Randall

Categories     Sauces

Time 12m

Yield 4 as a stir fry, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons vinegar
4 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon dry sherry or 1 tablespoon shaoxing wine
3 tablespoons tomato sauce or 3 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 teaspoon msg (optional)
2 teaspoons cornflour
1 (225 g) can pineapple chunks in syrup
1 medium carrot, grated
3 spring onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Mix cornflour and juice from pineapple.
  • Mix all other ingredients except vegetables.
  • If using as a stir fry sauce, cook your meat and then add mixed sauces.
  • Stir through to coat meat.
  • Add cornflour and pineapple mix, stirring continually. Allow sauce to boil.
  • Add vegetables and pineapple, stir fry for about 30 seconds and serve with rice.
  • This sauce can also be used as a dipping sauce, or for pouring over deep fried battered chicken, fish or meat.
  • Simply pour the mixed sauces into a pan. Bring to boil.
  • Add the cornflour and pineapple mix, stirring continually. Allow to boil.
  • Add vegetables and pineapple.
  • Serve poured over you favourite meat, or use as a dipping sauce for finger foods.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.4, Fat 0.2, Sodium 323.9, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 21.3, Protein 1.3

SWEET AND SOUR STIR FRY SAUCE



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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Stir Fry Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Stovepipe

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients until sugar and corn starch are completely dissolved.
  • Stir before adding to stir fry at the last minute of cooking time.

Tips:

- For the perfect stir-fry sauce, use a combination of soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and pineapple juice. This will give it the ideal balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors. - Add some garlic and ginger to your sauce for an extra burst of flavor. - If you like your sauce with a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or sriracha. - If you want a thicker sauce, add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) and cook until thickened. - To make your sauce gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce. - For a vegan sauce, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Conclusion:

This versatile sweet and sour stir-fry sauce can be used to make a variety of delicious dishes. It's perfect for chicken, pork, beef, or shrimp. You can also use it to stir-fry vegetables or tofu. With its sweet, sour, and savory flavors, this sauce is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're in the mood for a quick and easy stir-fry, reach for this simple and delicious sauce. You won't be disappointed!

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