Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce

Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce recipe videos

Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce is a glossy, vibrant condiment known for its perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors, typically made from vinegar, sugar, ketchup or tomato paste, and soy sauce. It's a staple in Chinese cuisine, particularly in Cantonese cooking, and is famously used to coat dishes like sweet and sour pork or chicken.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This sauce is primarily high in carbohydrates from its sugar content, with negligible fat and protein. A typical two-tablespoon serving contains around 30-50 calories, offering minimal micronutrients beyond small amounts of sodium.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	70 kcal
Protein	0.5 g
Carbs	16 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	0.2 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	380 mg
Sodium	380 mg
Potassium	45 mg
Vitamin C	1 mg
Iron	0.3 mg
Calcium	10 mg
Vitamin B6	0.02 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Copper	0.01 mg

Per 1/4 cup (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a prime example of the Chinese culinary principle of harmonizing contrasting flavors, and its iconic red hue is often achieved with ketchup or food coloring, making it visually striking in dishes.