Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: combine 2 teaspoon cornstarch and 2 t water in a small cup. combine sugar, salt, ketchup, soy sauce, vinegar, and 1/2 c water or pineapple juice in a small saucepan and bring to a near boil over medium heat. stir to dissolve the sugar and pour in cornstarch/water mixture. stir for about 15-20 seconds or until the sauce comes to full boil and thickens a bit. remove from heat and transfer to a serving bowl for at least 10-15 minutes to cool and concentrate the the taste.

Target recipe: use 1 quart glass or enamel sauce pan. combine pineapple, sugar green pepper, pimiento, garlic, vinegar, 1/4 cup water, the soy sauce, and tabasco. mix and heat slowly 5 minutes. remove garlic. stir cornstarch into 1/4 cup of water until smooth. stir into hot mixture. cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and clear, about 5 minutes' boiling. makes 4 main-dish servings or 6 or more appetizer servings. serve with fried shrimp, or a dip for chicken fingers or strips. add rice for a main meal.