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Homemade Sweet Chili Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 0h 5m
  • Cook Time: 0h 10m
  • Total Time: 0h 15m
  • Yield: About 1 1/2 cups
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Sweet Chili Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful condiment combining the perfect balance of tangy vinegar, sweet sugar, savory soy sauce, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Enhanced with fresh garlic, ginger, and green onions, this versatile sauce is ideal as a dipping sauce, glaze, or accompaniment to a variety of dishes. Ready in just 15 minutes, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Ingredients

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Sauce Base

  • 1 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Cornstarch Slurry

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Combine Base Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup rice vinegar, 1/2 cup water, and 1/2 cup sugar to start building the flavor foundation.
  2. Dissolve Sugar: Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar is fully dissolved, ensuring a smooth sweet base.
  3. Add Flavorings: Stir in 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes to introduce savory and spicy notes.
  4. Heat Mixture: Continue stirring occasionally as the mixture warms to evenly distribute the ingredients.
  5. Simmer: Once the mixture reaches a simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors together deeply.
  6. Prepare Slurry: While simmering, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl until fully dissolved to create a thickening slurry.
  7. Incorporate Slurry: Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
  8. Thicken Sauce: Allow the sauce to cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until it thickens to your preferred consistency.
  9. Remove from Heat: Take the saucepan off the stove once the sauce has thickened adequately.
  10. Add Green Onions: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped green onions for freshness and a mild bite.
  11. Cool Sauce: Let the sweet chili sauce cool for a few minutes before transferring it to a storage jar or container.
  12. Store Properly: Refrigerate the sauce for up to two weeks to maintain flavor and freshness.
  13. Serve: Use as a dipping sauce, glaze, or accompaniment to enhance your favorite dishes with a sweet and spicy kick.

Notes

  • Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for milder or spicier sauce.
  • Ensure constant stirring when adding the cornstarch slurry to avoid lumps.
  • This sauce pairs excellently with spring rolls, grilled meats, and stir-fries.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari.

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