Description
This Sweet Chili Pineapple Sauce combines fresh pineapple with a blend of tangy, sweet, and spicy ingredients to create a vibrant, flavorful condiment. Perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, seafood, or as a dipping sauce, this recipe boasts a perfect balance of sweetness, heat, and umami, enhanced by ginger and garlic. Its easy stovetop preparation allows the sauce to develop rich flavors and a perfectly thickened texture.
Ingredients
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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 and Spices
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine the finely chopped pineapple, 1/2 cup water, white vinegar, honey, soy sauce, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat to begin melding the flavors.
- Simmer to Soften: Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the pineapple to soften thoroughly and the mixture to infuse.
- Make and Add Slurry: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a smooth slurry. Stir this slurry into the simmering sauce to help thicken it evenly.
- Add Spices and Thicken: Add the red chili flakes and salt to taste, then continue simmering the sauce for another 5 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool. It will continue to thicken as it cools, making it perfect for serving as a dipping sauce or condiment.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of red chili flakes to control the heat level according to your preference.
- Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor; canned pineapple can be substituted but may alter texture and sweetness.
- This sauce keeps well refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup or agave instead of honey.
- If you prefer a smoother sauce, blend after cooking before adding the slurry.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
