Description
This vibrant and tangy Pineapple Sauce is a delightful blend of fresh pineapple, honey, soy sauce, and aromatic spices. Simmered to perfection and thickened with cornstarch, it offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, making it an ideal condiment for grilled meats, stir-fries, or as a dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Thickening & Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water (additional for cornstarch slurry)
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust based on heat preference)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the finely chopped pineapple, 1/2 cup water, white vinegar, honey, soy sauce, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Simmer Pineapple: Reduce the heat to maintain a low simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until the pineapple pieces become tender and start to break down, intensifying the sauce’s flavor.
- Prepare Cornstarch Slurry: In a separate small bowl, dissolve 2 teaspoons of cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of water to create a smooth slurry without lumps. Stir this slurry into the simmering pineapple mixture gradually.
- Add Seasonings and Thicken: Stir in the red chili flakes for heat and add salt to taste. Continue to simmer the sauce for another 5 minutes, stirring regularly until the sauce thickens to a glossy consistency.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the sauce from heat and allow it to cool. As it cools, it will thicken further, making it perfect to serve as a flavorful accompaniment to your favorite dishes.
Notes
- Adjust red chili flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- For a smoother sauce, blend the sauce after simmering before cooling.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- This sauce pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken, pork, or as a dipping sauce for spring rolls.
