Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
A delightful blend of sweetness and spice, this homemade Thai Sweet Chili Sauce is perfect for dipping, drizzling, or marinating, and can be adjusted to suit your taste.
Ingredients
For the sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch For thickening
- 1.25 cups water Divided
- 0.5 cup granulated white sugar Provides sweetness
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic Fresh is best for flavor
- 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes Adjust to taste
- 0.25 cup rice vinegar Can substitute with white or apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
- 2 teaspoons sambal oelek Or alternative like Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce Can replace with soy sauce for vegan version
Instructions
Preparation
- Stir together the cornstarch and ¼ cup of water in a small bowl to create a smooth slurry.
- In a saucepan, add the white sugar, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 cup of water, rice vinegar, salt, tomato ketchup, sambal oelek, and fish sauce. Stir to combine.
Cooking
- Place the saucepan on medium heat and stir frequently to prevent burning. Wait for the mixture to come to a gentle boil.
- Once it boils, add the cornstarch slurry and stir well to incorporate.
- Continue cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes while stirring until the sauce thickens.
Cooling and Storing
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool.
- Transfer the cooled sauce into a glass jar and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Serving Suggestions
- Use as a dipping sauce for spring rolls or grilled meats.
- Drizzle into stir-fries right before serving.
- Brush on grilled foods for added flavor.
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Notes
Adjust the spice level by modifying the red pepper flakes. Use fresh ingredients for better flavor, and experiment with different types of vinegar.