Description
This Sweet Pineapple and Ginger Sauce is a vibrant, tropical condiment bursting with fresh pineapple flavor, balanced by warm ginger and a hint of lime. Perfect for glazing meats, topping desserts, or stirring into yogurt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe pineapple, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 pinch salt
Optional Add-Ons:
- Chili flakes – for a spicy twist
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon – adds warmth
- Fresh mint leaves – stir in at the end for a cooling finish
- 2 tablespoons coconut milk – for a creamy, tropical variation
Instructions
- Cook the pineapple: In a medium saucepan, combine diced pineapple, grated ginger, brown sugar, water, lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pineapple is soft and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Blend (optional): For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender or transfer to a blender to puree until smooth. For a chunkier texture, leave it as is.
- Adjust flavors: Stir in any optional add-ons like cinnamon or coconut milk. Add chili flakes for heat if desired.
- Cool and store: Let cool, then store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
- This sauce pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, pork, tofu, or drizzled over pancakes and ice cream.
- Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor, but canned (in juice, not syrup) can work in a pinch.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer a bit longer or add a teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmered
- Cuisine: Tropical / Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pineapple ginger sauce, tropical glaze, pineapple condiment, sweet and spicy sauce, vegan pineapple sauce