Sugar for sure. While it can push the edge of sweetness too far if you go heavy, adding a bit at a time will allow you to counter the acid without also changing the rest of the flavor your way bicarb can. Sweetness can be easier to “fix” as well. Up your herbs and spices and the sweetness fades, unlike bicarb which still has that distinct flavor under everything else.
Sugar for sure. While it can push the edge of sweetness too far if you go heavy, adding a bit at a time will allow you to counter the acid without also changing the rest of the flavor your way bicarb can. Sweetness can be easier to “fix” as well. Up your herbs and spices and the sweetness fades, unlike bicarb which still has that distinct flavor under everything else.