Sweet Chili Sauce
This Sweet Chili Sauce is a perfect blend of sweetness and a bit of heat, making it an ideal accompaniment for spring rolls, grilled meats, or as a marinade. It's easy to prepare and can be stored for later use.
Equipment
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 jar or bottle for storage
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons red chili flakes Adjust based on your heat preference.
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water For cornstarch slurry.
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, ½ cup of rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 3 tablespoons of red chili flakes, and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to form a slurry. Add this mixture to the sauce while stirring continuously.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature. It will thicken more as it cools.
- Transfer the Sweet Chili Sauce to a clean jar or bottle and store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Adjust the amount of red chili flakes based on your heat preference.
- You can blend the sauce if you desire a smoother texture.
Notes
Adjust the amount of red chili flakes based on your heat preference. You can blend the sauce if you desire a smoother texture. This sauce can be used for dipping, glazing meats, or added to stir-fries for extra flavor.