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Sweet and Sour Vegetables

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This quick and easy sweet and sour recipe uses frozen Oriental vegetables and a sweet and sour sauce made with pineapple juice, brown sugar, and rice vinegar.

Cook Time: 7 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 1/4 cups (approximately) frozen Stir-fry vegetables
  • Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Other:
  • 1 tablespoon oil for stir-frying
  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks

Preparation:

Mix together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
  Heat the wok and add oil. When oil is ready, add the frozen vegetables. Stir-fry until tender but not overcooked. Add pineapple chunks and sauce, giving sauce a quick re-stir. Cook until thickened and serve hot. Serves 3 - 4, as part of a multicourse meal.
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