Sweet and sour sauce is a quick and easy homemade version of your favorite takeout dish! This silky smooth sauce comes together in a matter of minutes using on-hand pantry ingredients - perfect for a weeknight dinner fix!
Course Sauce
Cuisine Asian
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Combine water, vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup and soy sauce in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Meanwhile, combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl until well mixed.
Once the sauce mix has come to a boil, stir in the cornstarch slurry and stir constantly, for about a minute, until the sauce has thickened.
Remove from heat and use immediately or store in a jar or air-tight container for up to 2 weeks. Reheat and add extra water, as needed, to get it to the right consistency.