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Sweet Chili Sauce

Sweet Chili Sauce

  • Author: Jonathan
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: About 1 cup 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Sweet Chili Sauce recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. Made with simple, natural ingredients including red chili flakes, fresh garlic, apple cider vinegar, plant-based sugar, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, it uses a natural gelling agent to achieve the ideal thickness. Versatile and quick to prepare, this sauce is perfect for dipping, glazing, or drizzling on spring rolls, grilled vegetables, tofu, and more. Customize the heat and flavor easily to suit your taste.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • 3 garlic cloves, freshly minced
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3/4 cup sugar (plant-based)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tsp natural gelling agent (e.g., pectin, agar, carrageenan) according to package instructions
  • 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Finely mince the garlic cloves. Measure out the red chili flakes, plant-based sugar, apple cider vinegar, water, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce to have all components ready before cooking.
  2. Combine and Cook: In a small saucepan, mix together water, plant-based sugar, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, red chili flakes, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce. Place over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Add the Natural Gelling Agent: Once simmering smoothly, sprinkle in the natural gelling agent gradually as per package instructions. Whisk continuously to ensure it dissolves evenly without clumping, thickening the sauce to the desired consistency.
  4. Simmer to Perfect: Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent sticking or burning, aiming for a thick but still pourable texture.
  5. Cool and Store: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool to room temperature. Transfer it into a clean jar or bottle and store in the refrigerator where the flavors will intensify over time.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and red chili flakes for the best flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of chili flakes gradually to control the spiciness.
  • Add the natural gelling agent slowly and whisk thoroughly to achieve the perfect thickness.
  • Stir the sauce frequently while simmering to prevent burning or sticking.
  • Store the sauce in sterilized containers to prolong freshness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tbsp (30 ml)
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0.2g
  • Protein: 0.1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Sweet chili sauce, dipping sauce, spicy sauce, tangy sauce, vegan sauce, Asian sauce, homemade sauce, plant-based sauce, versatile sauce

Find it online: https://familycookspot.com/sweet-chili-sauce/