Description
This Sweet Chili Pineapple Sauce is a vibrant and tangy condiment perfect for adding a burst of flavor to grilled meats, seafood, or vegetables. Featuring fresh pineapple, a touch of honey, soy sauce, and spicy red chili flakes, this sauce balances sweet, savory, and spicy notes with a luscious, thickened texture.
Ingredients
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Sauce 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
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
Thickening Agent
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, add the finely chopped fresh pineapple, 1/2 cup water, white vinegar, honey, soy sauce, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Stir to mix all ingredients thoroughly.
- Simmer the Sauce: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the pineapple to soften and the flavors to meld.
- Prepare Cornstarch Slurry: While the mixture simmers, combine 2 teaspoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl, stirring until smooth and without lumps.
- Thicken the Sauce: Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering pineapple sauce. Add the red chili flakes and salt to taste. Continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to a glossy and slightly thick consistency.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool. It will thicken further as it cools. Serve as a dipping sauce or glaze with your favorite dishes.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red chili flakes according to your desired spice level.
- Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor, but canned pineapple in juice can be used in a pinch.
- This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a smoother texture, you may blend the sauce after cooking if desired.
- Great as a condiment for grilled chicken, fish, shrimp, or even as a dipping sauce for appetizers.
