Plum sauce
Plum sauce is a sweet and tangy condiment commonly used with roasted duck, spring rolls, and other Cantonese dishes. It typically features preserved plums, sugar, vinegar, and spices, creating a glossy, fruity dip. Originating from Southern China, it's a staple in Cantonese cuisine and popular worldwide in Chinese restaurants.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Plum sauce is high in carbohydrates due to its sugar content, with minimal fat or protein. A typical 2-tablespoon serving provides around 50-70 calories, primarily from sugars, and small amounts of vitamin C from the plums.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 70 kcal |
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 17 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
| Sugar | 15 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
| Potassium | 25 mg |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0.5 mg |
| Calcium | 3 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.01 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.1 mg |
Per 2 tablespoons (36 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, plum sauce symbolizes the balance of sweet and sour flavors central to Cantonese cooking, often paired with rich meats like duck to cut through the fat. Nutritionally, while it's a sugary condiment, the plums offer antioxidants and digestive benefits traditionally valued in Chinese cuisine.
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