Sweet and Tangy Orange Sauce
With its bright, tangy orange flavor, this sauce is a sweet and savory accompaniment to chicken, fish, or vegetables. The addition of spices like cinnamon and ginger gives it a warm, aromatic flavor that will complement any dish. This sauce can be easily thickened with cornstarch, making it a quick and convenient way to add flavor to your meals.
The history of orange sauce is a long and winding one, dating back to the Middle Ages. In medieval Europe, oranges were a rare and expensive luxury, so they were often used in dishes to show off the wealth and status of the host. Orange sauce was one of the most popular ways to use oranges, and it was often served over roasted meats or fish. As oranges became more common in the 16th and 17th centuries, orange sauce became more widely available. It was during this time that the sauce began to take on its modern form, with the addition of sugar and spices. Today, orange sauce is a popular condiment all over the world, and it is used in a variety of dishes, both sweet and savory.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons low-FODMAP brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon low-FODMAP orange marmalade
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, brown sugar, marmalade, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth.
  5. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the orange sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  6. Serve immediately over chicken, fish, or vegetables.
Why It Works
  • The combination of orange juice, brown sugar, and marmalade creates a sweet and tangy flavor that is perfectly balanced.
  • The addition of cinnamon and ginger gives the sauce a warm, aromatic flavor that will complement any dish.
  • The cornstarch thickens the sauce, making it a quick and convenient way to add flavor to your meals.