Description
This Sweet Chili Sauce is a versatile condiment with a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. It’s easy to make and ideal for dipping, glazing, or adding a kick to your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sambal oelek (store-bought chili garlic paste)
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (or 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger paste)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Combine Initial Ingredients: Combine the rice vinegar, water, granulated sugar, soy sauce, sambal oelek, minced garlic, and ground ginger in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Dissolve Sugar: Stir regularly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Thicken Sauce: Whisk together the cornstarch and the 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl. Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan. Stir continually until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
- Cool and Store: Let the sauce cool completely, then pour it into an airtight jar and store in the refrigerator.
- Yield: Makes about 1 cup of sauce.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of sambal oelek to control the spiciness.
- For a smoother sauce, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve after cooking.
- This sauce pairs well with spring rolls, chicken wings, and stir-fries.
- For a brighter red color you can add a drop of red food coloring.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
