Homemade Sweet Chili Sauce with Fresh Red Chilies Recipe
This Homemade Sweet Chili Sauce is a vibrant, tangy, and slightly spicy condiment made from fresh red chilies, sugar, vinegar, and garlic. Perfect as a dipping sauce or accompaniment to many dishes, it offers a fresh flavor punch and can be served warm or cold.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 3/4 cup 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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Sauce Base
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/3 cup sugar
- Salt, to taste (approx. 1/4 tsp)
Flavorings
- 3 tablespoons fresh red chilies, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Thickener
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Combine liquids and sugar: In a pan, add 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup rice vinegar, 1/3 cup sugar, and salt. Stir well until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
- Boil the mixture: Place the pan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Add aromatics and chilies: Stir in the minced garlic and chopped fresh red chilies, simmering briefly to infuse the sauce with their flavor.
- Prepare cornstarch slurry: In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon water and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth and lump-free.
- Thicken the sauce: Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the boiling sauce while stirring continuously, cooking until the sauce thickens to a glossy consistency.
- Cool and serve: Remove the pan from the stove and allow the sauce to cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve warm or cold as desired.
Notes
- Store the sweet chili sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- You can adjust the heat level by adding more or fewer fresh chilies based on your preference.
- This sauce pairs wonderfully with spring rolls, grilled meats, and fried snacks.
- Make sure to stir the cornstarch slurry well to avoid lumps in the sauce.
Keywords: sweet chili sauce, homemade chili sauce, fresh chili sauce, Asian condiment, dipping sauce
