Sweet Onion Sauce (Printer-Friendly)

A tangy, sweet onion sauce with balanced flavors, made in just 15 minutes using simple ingredients.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Sweeteners and Liquids

01 - 1 cup granulated sugar
02 - ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon water
03 - 6 tablespoons white vinegar
04 - 4.5 teaspoons red wine vinegar

→ Flavorings and Spices

05 - 1 teaspoon finely grated onion
06 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
07 - ¼ teaspoon sesame oil
08 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
09 - 1 tablespoon dried minced onion
10 - 2 teaspoons dry mustard powder
11 - 1 teaspoon salt
12 - ¾ teaspoon poppy seeds
13 - ½ teaspoon celery seed
14 - ¼ teaspoon onion powder
15 - ¼ teaspoon heaping paprika
16 - ¼ teaspoon heaping ground black pepper
17 - ⅛ teaspoon heaping garlic powder

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Whisk all ingredients together in a small saucepan until evenly blended.
02 - Heat over medium-high heat, whisking frequently to prevent scorching, until mixture reaches a boil.
03 - Lower heat to a gentle simmer and continue whisking often until sauce thickens, approximately 5 minutes.
04 - Remove from heat and allow sauce to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 4 weeks or freeze for extended storage.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For finely grated onion, use a rasp grater or garlic press. Substitute sugar with a 1:1 sugar replacement for a low-carb alternative. When storing in a squeeze bottle, ensure the opening can accommodate minced onion bits.