Best 4 Sweet Sour Stir Fry Sauce Recipes

Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with our Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry Sauce, a symphony of flavors that will awaken your taste buds. This delectable sauce strikes a perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and slightly savory notes, elevating any stir-fry dish to new heights. With just a few pantry staples and a touch of culinary magic, you can create a restaurant-quality sauce that will transform your weeknight meals into extraordinary feasts.

Our collection of recipes offers a diverse range of stir-fry options, each boasting unique ingredients and cooking techniques. From the classic Chicken Stir-Fry with its tender chicken and vibrant vegetables, to the exotic Shrimp Stir-Fry with its succulent shrimp and medley of colorful bell peppers, every recipe is a culinary masterpiece waiting to be savored.

For a vegetarian delight, try our Vegetable Stir-Fry, a veritable rainbow of crisp-tender vegetables coated in our irresistible sauce. And for those who crave a bit of heat, our Spicy Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry delivers a delightful kick with the addition of chili peppers.

Whether you're a seasoned wok master or a novice cook, our Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry Sauce and accompanying recipes are sure to inspire your culinary creativity. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your wok, and let's embark on a flavorful adventure together!

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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

Ingredients

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

Ingredients

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

Ingredients

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.

SWEET & SOUR STIR-FRY SAUCE

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

Provided by CatRep2

Categories Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1/4 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes

Steps:

Combine all in a 1-cup measuring cup.

Tips:

Prep Your Ingredients: Chop and measure all of your ingredients before you start cooking. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you have everything you need.
Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices will give your stir-fry sauce the best flavor. If possible, buy organic produce.
Choose the Right Soy Sauce: There are many different types of soy sauce available, so choose one that is low in sodium and has a good flavor. You can also use tamari, which is a gluten-free soy sauce.
Use a Good Quality Rice Vinegar: Rice vinegar is another important ingredient in stir-fry sauce. Choose a vinegar that is made from brown rice, as it has a more complex flavor than white rice vinegar.
Don't Overcook Your Stir-Fry: Stir-fries should be cooked quickly over high heat. Overcooked vegetables will become mushy and lose their flavor.
Serve Immediately: Stir-fries are best served immediately after they are cooked. This will ensure that the vegetables are still crisp and the sauce is hot and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cook, this sweet and sour stir-fry sauce is sure to become a favorite. It's easy to make, versatile, and delicious. Use it to stir-fry your favorite vegetables, tofu, or chicken. You can also use it as a dipping sauce for egg rolls, spring rolls, or dumplings. No matter how you use it, this sauce is sure to please everyone at the table.