10-Minute Easy Homemade Sweet Chili Sauce

Are you looking for a versatile and healthier condiment to add a spicy and sweet flavor to your dishes? Look no further than this Sweet Chili Sauce recipe!

In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a delicious and easy-to-make sauce perfect for dipping, marinating, stir-frying, and more. This Sweet Chili Sauce packs a punch of flavor without artificial additives or preservatives.

It is made with simple and wholesome ingredients like rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, chili peppers, garlic, and ginger.

How to Make Sweet Chili Sauce

Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.

Add all the ingredients except the cornstarch to a blender and blend until smooth. In a medium nonstick pan over medium-high heat, add the mixture and bring it to a boil, stirring constantly. Next, turn to medium heat and cook for 5 more minutes, stirring constantly. Then, turn to medium-low heat. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with two tablespoons of water until fully dissolved; pour into the pan, and simmer, occasionally stirring, until the sauce is thickened about 1 to 2 minutes.

(Remember that the sauce will further thicken once it cools). Taste the sauce and adjust the taste by adding more sugar if not sweet enough or more vinegar if not sour enough. If the Spicy Sweet Chili Sauce turns out too thick, mix in a few spoons of water to thin it out while it's still hot. Pour the Spicy Sweet Chili Sauce into a bowl and sit until thoroughly cooled. Serve it as a dipping sauce or store it in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 5 days. Enjoy!

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Sweet Chili Sauce

by Camila Benitez

Are you looking for a versatile and healthier condiment to add a spicy and sweet flavor to your dishes? Look no further than this Sweet Chili Sauce recipe! In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a delicious and easy-to-make sauce that's perfect for dipping, marinating, stir-frying, and more. Made with simple and wholesome ingredients like rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, chili peppers, garlic, and ginger, this Sweet Chili Sauce packs a punch of flavor without any artificial additives or preservatives. 

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 minutes mins

Total Time 21 minutes mins

Course Sauce

Cuisine American

Servings 32 Tablespoons

Calories 18 kcal

Equipment

• Measuring Cup
• Liquid measuring cup
• Nonstick Pan

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ ½ cup rice vinegar
• ▢ ½ cup light brown sugar , to taste
• ▢ ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons water , divided
• ▢ 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
• ▢ 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• ▢ 3 Thai bird's eye chili peppers , seeded and minced, or 2 teaspoons crushed chili pepper flakes
• ▢ 1 tablespoon sambal Oelek
• ▢ 5 garlic cloves , minced
• ▢ 1 tablespoon ginger , minced
• ▢ 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

 

• Add all the ingredients except the cornstarch to a blender and blend until smooth.
• In a medium nonstick pan over medium-high heat, add the mixture and bring it to a boil, stirring constantly. Next, turn to medium heat and cook for 5 more minutes, stirring constantly. Then, turn to medium-low heat.
• In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with two tablespoons of water until fully dissolved; pour into the pan, and simmer, occasionally stirring, until the sauce is thickened, about 1 to 2 minutes. (keep in mind that the sauce will further thicken once it cools).
• Taste the sauce and adjust the taste by adding more sugar if not sweet enough or more vinegar if not sour enough. If the Spicy Sweet Chili Sauce turns out too thick, mix in a few spoons of water to thin it out while it's still hot.
• Pour the Spicy Sweet Chili Sauce into a bowl and let sit until thoroughly cooled. Serve it as a dipping sauce or store it in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Enjoy!

Notes

How to Store & Re-Heat

To store: Let it cool down to room temperature and then transfer it to an airtight container such as a glass jar or a plastic container with a tight-fitting lid. Store the container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The sauce will thicken as it cools and might become slightly more concentrated in flavor. When you're ready to use the sauce, take it out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften. 

To reheat: You can either warm it up in a small saucepan over low heat, constantly stirring until it reaches your desired consistency or microwave it in a microwave-safe container for 20-30 seconds, stirring halfway through. Remember that the sauce might thicken or separate when reheated, so you might need to add a few spoons of water and whisk it together to bring it back to its original texture. Be careful not to overheat the sauce, as it might lose flavor or become too runny.

Make-Ahead

The Sweet Chili Sauce can be made and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, making it a great option for meal prep or entertaining. Follow the recipe instructions and let the sauce cool to room temperature before transferring it to an airtight container. Label the container with the date and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use. When you're ready to serve the sauce, take it out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften. If the sauce has thickened too much, add a few spoons of water and whisk it together to bring it back to its original texture.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Sweet Chili Sauce

Amount per Serving

Calories

18

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

0.01

g

0

%

Saturated Fat

 

0.001

g

0

%

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

0.003

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

0.001

g

Sodium

 

59

mg

3

%

Potassium

 

10

mg

0

%

Carbohydrates

 

4

g

1

%

Fiber

 

0.1

g

0

%

Sugar

 

3

g

3

%

Protein

 

0.1

g

0

%

Vitamin A

 

12

IU

0

%

Vitamin C

 

0.2

mg

0

%

Calcium

 

4

mg

0

%

Iron

 

0.1

mg

1

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using standard data sources. Actual values may vary based on ingredient brands, preparation methods, and portion sizes. This information is for general reference only and should not be considered a substitute for professional dietary advice.