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Sweet Chili Sauce

A delicious and versatile sweet chili sauce recipe that enhances any dish with its perfect balance of sweetness and heat.
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Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: sweet chili sauce, condiment, dipping sauce, Asian cuisine
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 50kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2-3 red chili peppers finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water for cornstarch slurry

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat.
  • Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
  • Add rice vinegar and soy sauce, mixing well.
  • Incorporate minced garlic and chopped chili peppers.
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
  • In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.
  • Gradually add the slurry to the boiling sauce, stirring constantly.
  • Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  • Remove from heat and let it cool.
  • Store in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Sugar: 12g