Homemade Sweet Chilli Sauce
It’s simple to make your own sweet chilli sauce, and you can customise the level of sweetness and spiciness to suit your tastes. This is a basic recipe:Components:
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-2 red chili peppers, finely chopped (adjust according to your spice preference)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
Directions:
- In a saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and chopped red chili peppers.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Once the mixture reaches a boil, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until it slightly thickens and the flavors meld together.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to make a slurry.
- Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while stirring continuously.
- Continue to simmer the sauce for another 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.
- Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, transfer the sweet chili sauce to a clean jar or bottle and store it in the refrigerator.
Your homemade sweet chili sauce is now ready to use as a dipping sauce, glaze, or marinade for various dishes like chicken wings, spring rolls, or grilled meats. Enjoy the sweet and spicy flavor!