What is Sweet And Sour Sauce? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Sweet And Sour Sauce?

Sweet and sour sauce is an East Asian condiment and has become popular in American dishes. It is thick, reddish in color and has a name that describes its flavor, plus a tangy taste from vinegar. It is often used for meat, seafood and vegetables.

What does Sweet And Sour Sauce Taste Like?

Sweet

Sweet is one of the five main tastes. It has smooth and round notes in its flavor profile. Sweet is a naturally occurring flavor in many foods, including fruits, berries, winter squashes, sugarcane, and honey. The sweet taste in these foods is due to a higher sugar content. Sweetness is characteristic of desserts and is used as an accent in savory foods.

Sour

Sour is one of the five main tastes. It is tart and bright, sometimes with a mouth-puckering quality. Sour is a naturally occurring flavor found in many foods, including citrus, vinegar, various dairy products, and certain fruits. Sour is used to enhance a dish or drink and is used as both a main and complimentary flavor.

Ingredients

water

Water is a substance and chemical compound made up of hydrogen and oxygen. It is clear, fluid, flavorless and odorless. Water is a necessity in nearly every aspect of life, including cooking, baking and hydrating the human body. Water can be served as a cold beverage, or at any temperature comfortable to the mouth and skin.

sugar

Sugar comes from sugar cane and sugar beets. The sugar is extracted from the juice of both plants and refined into the granulated substance known as sugar. Sucrose, the sweet substance of sugar is a combination of glucose and fructose. White sugar is composed of tiny white, dry granules. The flavor is sweet and neutral. Brown sugar is brown and has more moisture, with a richer flavor that hints at molasses. Sugar is used in both sweet and savory foods.

vinegar

Vinegar is made from alcohol. It can be made from wine, fermented apple, grains and other sources. Healthy bacteria is used to ferment this product. The final result is a thin liquid used to season foods. All vinegar is sour. White vinegar has a sharp sour flavor and is clear. Red wine vinegar is a clear red color and tastes a bit more rounded. Balsamic vinegar is dark red or brown and tastes rich, fruity and sour. There are many other kinds of vinegar, each with its own unique flavor profile. Some types of vinegar are suited to specific flavors and cuisines. It is used in sauces and in dishes both sweet and savory.

soy sauce

Soy sauce is a liquid condiment and seasoning made from fermented soybeans. Traditionally it was been made with just soy, many versions and brands use wheat as well. Soy sauce is dark brown with a thin viscosity. The flavor is intensely salty and umami. Soy sauce is used to season meats, seafood and vegetables, it is also used in sauces to perk up the flavor of the food and enhance other tastes.

ketchup

Ketchup has had a slow evolution towards the tomato based condiment we know today, and was originally a Chinese fish sauce. Tomato ketchup has a thick but squeezable consistency, that spreads and mixes effortlessly. The color of this tomato, vinegar, and sugar based sauce is red. The flavor is sweet, tart and umami. Ketchup is a popular American condiment used on french fries, hamburgers, hotdogs and much more.

cornstarch

Cornstarch is obtained from the endosperm of the corn kernel. This is the main body and juicy part of the kernel. Cornstarch is a fine, white powder with a squeaky texture and neutral flavor. It is used in many foods, particularly in America. Cornstarch makes an easy thickener for liquids, such as sauces and an excellent binding agent for baked goods. In the 1800's cornstarch was used for starching laundry, making the clothing appear stiff and professional.

Sweet And Sour Sauce Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 oz28.35g

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	42kcal	2%
Fats	0g	0%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	0g	0%
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	10g	3%
Sugars	9g	18%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	0g	0%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	221mg	10%

Healthy Level

Unhealthy Level

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Sweet And Sour Sauce?

1 oz of Sweet And Sour Sauce contains 0 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Sweet And Sour Sauce?

1 oz of Sweet And Sour Sauce contains 10 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Sweet And Sour Sauce?

1 oz of Sweet And Sour Sauce contains 0 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Sweet And Sour Sauce?

1 oz of Sweet And Sour Sauce contains 145 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Sweet And Sour Sauce?

There are 42 calories in 1 oz of Sweet And Sour Sauce.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Sweet And Sour Sauce?

There are 667 calories in 1 pound of Sweet And Sour Sauce.

How many calories are in 1 serving of Sweet And Sour Sauce?

There are 44 calories in 1 serving of Sweet And Sour Sauce.