Description
Make your own Sweet and Sour Sauce – McDonald’s Copycat at home in just 5 minutes! This quick and easy recipe brings together the perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, making it an ideal dip for chicken nuggets, fries, or even as a dressing for salads. With the flexibility to customize the taste to your liking, this sauce is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Enjoy the satisfaction of creating a beloved fast-food condiment with fresh ingredients right in your kitchen!
Ingredients
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- ⅓ cup apricot preserves or jam
- 1 tablespoon pineapple juice
- 1½ teaspoons vinegar
- ½ teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon yellow mustard
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon paprika
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine apricot preserves, pineapple juice, vinegar, soy sauce, yellow mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and kosher salt.
- Whisk the mixture until smooth and well combined.
- If needed, use a mini food processor or stick blender to achieve a silky texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg