Golden Duck Sauce (with a Kick)
Ingredients:
1 cup apricot jam (or mix half peach preserves for a mellow twist)
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
2 tbsp rice vinegar + 1 tbsp lime juice (for a tangy pop)
1 clove roasted garlic, minced
1 tsp freshly grated ginger
1/4 tsp chili flakes
1 tbsp sambal oelek or Thai chili sauce
Flavor boost: Add a dash of Chinese five-spice for a deeper aroma.
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Zesty Orange Fire Sauce
Ingredients:
1 cup fresh-squeezed orange juice (zest the orange first!)
1/4 cup honey or raw sugar
2 tbsp light soy sauce
2 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tbsp water
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp ground ginger
Pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika
Flavor boost: Stir in a bit of orange zest and a splash of sesame oil for depth.
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Tropical Sweet & Sour Glaze
Ingredients:
1 cup pineapple juice (fresh is best!)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar + 1 tbsp rice vinegar
3 tbsp tomato paste (richer than ketchup)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tbsp soy sauce
3 tbsp water + 1 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional: pinch of clove or allspice
Flavor boost: Finish with a drop of vanilla extract to bring out the pineapple.
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Creamy Yum Yum Fusion Sauce
Ingredients:
1 cup Kewpie or regular mayo
2 tbsp ketchup + 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp mirin or a splash of white wine
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Optional: a dash of toasted sesame oil
Flavor boost: Blend with a spoon of finely grated cucumber or pickled ginger for a fresh twist.
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