I love making this in batches and using it all year long!

 

This vibrant sauce is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy. The crushed pineapple adds a tropical flair and delightful texture, making it an incredibly versatile condiment for dipping your favorite appetizers, glazing meats, or using as a marinade.Sauce Making Kit

Yields: Approximately 1 ½ cups
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients
1 cup crushed pineapple, thoroughly drained

½ cup sweet chili sauce

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon rice vinegarCondiment Gift Set

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely minced

1 clove garlic, finely minced

¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions:
Prepare the Ingredients: Ensure all your ingredients are measured and ready. It is important to drain the crushed pineapple well to avoid a watery sauce.

Combine in Saucepan: In a medium saucepan, combine the drained crushed pineapple, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Stir until well mixed.

Simmer: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

Thicken the Sauce: Once simmering, reduce the heat to low. Allow the sauce to cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it has reduced and thickened to a syrupy consistency that coats the back of a spoon.

Adjust Spice (Optional): For a spicier kick, stir in the red pepper flakes during the simmering process.

Cool and Serve: Remove the sauce from the heat. Let it cool for at least 10 minutes before serving, as it will continue to thicken as it cools.

Chef’s Notes
Storage: Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Uses: This sauce is fantastic as a dip for spring rolls or chicken wings, a glaze for grilled shrimp or salmon, or a marinade for pork chops or chicken.