Plum Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound ripe plums, pitted and halved
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the plums, sugar, water, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and ginger.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
5. Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl.

Nutritional Information:

(Per 1/4 cup serving)

• Calories: 120
• Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 1g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tangy flavor with a hint of ginger
• Smooth, glossy texture
• Versatile, can be used as a dipping sauce, marinade, or glaze

User Comments:

• "This sauce is amazing! It's the perfect balance of sweet and sour."
• "I used it as a dipping sauce for chicken nuggets and it was a hit with my kids."
• "This sauce is so easy to make and adds a delicious touch to any meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• For a thicker sauce, cook for a longer period of time.
• If you don't have rice vinegar, you can substitute white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
• Serve warm or at room temperature.