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Sweet and Sour Sauce - McDonald's Copycat

Sweet and Sour Sauce – McDonald’s Copycat

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  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 8 servings (2 tablespoons each) 1x
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Make your own Sweet and Sour Sauce – McDonald’s Copycat at home in just 5 minutes! This quick and easy recipe captures the beloved tangy sweetness of the famous fast-food condiment, making it perfect for dipping chicken nuggets, fries, and even drizzling over salads.


Ingredients

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  • ⅓ cup apricot preserves or jam
  • 1 tablespoon pineapple juice
  • 1½ teaspoons vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon yellow mustard
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine apricot preserves, pineapple juice, vinegar, soy sauce, yellow mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and kosher salt.
  2. Whisk together until well combined. If the mixture is chunky from the jam, use a mini food processor or stick blender to achieve a smooth consistency.
  3. Serve immediately or store for later use.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
  • Calories: 30
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg