Description
Drool-worthy Hawaiian pineapple sauce brings tropical sunshine to savory and sweet dishes. Homemade goodness delivers zesty, tangy flavors you’ll crave with grilled meats, desserts, and island-inspired cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- Salt to taste
Thickening Agent:
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare a medium-sized saucepan for cooking.
- Place the saucepan on medium heat and combine pineapple, water, vinegar, honey, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic into the pan.
- Gently stir the mixture and bring to a gentle simmer, allowing the ingredients to meld together and release their aromatic flavors.
- Lower the heat and let the sauce gently bubble for approximately 10 minutes, ensuring the pineapple softens and becomes tender.
- While simmering, create a cornstarch slurry by dissolving cornstarch in water in a separate small bowl, whisking until smooth.
- Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the simmering sauce, stirring continuously to prevent lumps and help thicken the consistency.
- Sprinkle chili flakes and salt into the sauce, stirring to distribute the seasonings evenly.
- Continue simmering for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to reach a glossy, slightly thickened texture.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the pineapple sauce cool to room temperature, which will further enhance its flavor profile.
Notes
- Adjust the honey quantity to control sweetness based on your preference and the natural sugar content of the pineapple.
- Create a spicier version by increasing chili flakes or using fresh chopped chili for more intense heat.
- Substitute honey with maple syrup or agave for vegan alternatives and different flavor profiles.
- Strain the sauce for a smoother consistency if you prefer less chunky texture with pineapple pieces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 91 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg