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Asian Plum Sauce

Savory Asian Plum Sauce: Elevate Your Dishes at Home

Discover the irresistible Asian Plum Sauce that transforms dishes with its sweet and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1.5 pounds Fresh Plums Choose ripe plums for maximum sweetness
  • 1/3 cup Apple Cider Vinegar Can substitute with rice or white wine vinegar
  • 1/3 cup Brown Sugar Adjust based on the natural sweetness of your plums
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use Tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Modify according to taste preferences
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated) Ground ginger can be used as an alternative
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to match your spice tolerance
Optional Variations
  • 1/2 teaspoon Five Spice Powder For aromatic twist
  • 3 teaspoons Orange Zest For citrusy brightness
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika For a smoky flavor
  • 1/3 cup Balsamic Vinegar As a substitute for apple cider vinegar

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • immersion blender
  • Sterilized Jars

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Asian Plum Sauce
  1. Start by washing and pitting the ripe plums, then chop them into small pieces. Gather all the ingredients.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped plums, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir gently.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer, cooking for about 25 minutes. Stir occasionally and observe the plums breaking down.
  4. Remove from heat and blend the sauce until smooth. Return the sauce to the pot.
  5. Bring the blended sauce to a gentle boil again, then ladle it into hot, sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch headspace.
  6. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes to seal and preserve the sauce.
  7. Allow the jars to cool undisturbed for 24 hours. Store in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe plums for the best flavor; consider adjusting sugar levels based on sweetness of the plums. Blend carefully to prevent splatters.

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