Citrus Free Whole30 Pineapple Sweet and Sour Sauce

That sticky, glossy sweet and sour sauce you crave from takeout nights is absolutely achievable at home — and this version keeps things totally clean. Pineapple juice brings natural sweetness and that signature tropical tang, while apple cider vinegar adds the sour punch without relying on any citrus fruit or juice. Coconut aminos give it a savory depth, and fresh grated ginger rounds everything out with a little warmth that makes the whole sauce feel alive. The arrowroot slurry is the secret to that perfect, glossy consistency — just whisk it in at the end and pull the pan off the heat as soon as it coats the spoon, since arrowroot can thin back out if you push it too far. This sauce works beautifully over grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or cauliflower rice bowls, and it stores well so you can make a batch ahead for the week. It's the kind of condiment that makes clean eating feel genuinely exciting rather than like a compromise.

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