Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
A delightful condiment that balances sweetness and mild heat, perfect for dipping and enhancing dishes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch For thickening the sauce.
- 1.25 cups water Divided into two parts.
- 0.5 cup granulated white sugar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic Fresh for best flavor.
- 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes Adjust to taste for spiciness.
- 0.25 cup rice vinegar Can be substituted with apple cider vinegar.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
- 2 teaspoons sambal oelek Or red chili paste or Sriracha.
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce Can be substituted with soy sauce for a vegan option.
Instructions
Preparation
- Create a cornstarch slurry by mixing cornstarch with ¼ cup of water in a small bowl until smooth.
Cooking
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, garlic, red pepper flakes, the remaining 1 cup of water, rice vinegar, salt, ketchup, sambal oelek, and fish sauce. Stir to blend well.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir frequently until the mixture begins to gently boil.
- Add the cornstarch slurry while stirring continuously to avoid clumps.
- Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes while stirring, until the sauce thickens to a smooth, glossy consistency.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to a glass jar or airtight container.
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Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. For longer storage, freeze in ice cube trays.