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Plum sauce is a flavorful condiment consisting of sweet plums, vinegar, ginger, chili, garlic, sugar, and salt. It has Chinese origins and is an often-seen condiment of choice in numerous Chinese restaurants. The sauce can be used as a dip for a variety of dishes such as roast duck, spring rolls, and noodles, or it can be brushed on poultry or ribs before grilling. Additionally, other fruits such as apricots or prunes can be added to the sauce in order to thicken it.