Irresistible Homemade Sweet Chili Sauce for Every Dish

This delicious homemade Sweet Chili Sauce balances sweetness and spice, elevating any dish effortlessly.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings: 10 servings

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Thai

Calories: 20

Sweet Chili Sauce Ingredients

1 large Red Bell Pepper Adds sweetness and base flavor.
1 piece Bird’s Eye Chili Provides a mild heat.
1 medium Yellow Onion Contributes aromatic flavors.
2 cloves Garlic Enhances flavor depth; fresh preferred.
1 cup Water Forms the base of the sauce.
1/4 cup Vinegar Adds tanginess; rice vinegar can be used.
1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors; sea salt preferred.
1/2 cup Sugar Adds sweetness and viscosity.
1 tablespoon Potato Starch/Corn Starch Thickens the sauce; omit for thinner consistency.

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade Sweet Chili Sauce

Coarsely chop the red bell pepper, bird's eye chili, yellow onion, and garlic cloves.
Blend the chopped ingredients with water until finely minced, aiming for a textured mixture.
Pour the blended mixture into a saucepan, add sugar, salt, and vinegar; simmer for 3-5 minutes.
Mix potato starch with cold water and stir into the saucepan; continue cooking until thickened.
Remove from heat and cool for 15 minutes; store in a sterilized jar in the refrigerator.

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 20kcalCarbohydrates: 5gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mg

For optimal flavor, let the sauce sit for a day before using. Adjust heat level by varying the amount of chili used.

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