Using Sugar in Savory Dishes
Many people omit sugar when it is called for in savory dishes. Sometimes, sugar is called for in small amounts, anywhere between 1 teaspoon to 1/4 cup in a large pot. I would urge you to Not omit the sugar in these cases. Sugar adds complexity to the dish, bringing out natural sweetness of other ingredients. To me, it is almost as important as salt or garlic. Many dishes I have made uses sugar in this way. Here are just a few examples:
