This homemade Thai Sweet Chili Sauce is a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. It's ideal for dipping, marinating, or drizzling over your favorite dishes.
Preparation time
10min
Cooking time
10min
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 200 g sugar
- 120 ml vinegar
- 120 ml water
- 30 ml water
Directions
Step 1
In a saucepan, combine water, vinegar, sugar, minced garlic, red chili flakes, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Step 2
Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until the sugar fully dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.
Step 4
Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Step 5
Continue to simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Step 6
Remove from heat and let it cool. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.