Description
Spicy homemade chili garlic sauce brings intense Asian-inspired flavors to countless dishes. Red chilies and garlic combine in a simple condiment that elevates meals with bold, tangy heat you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups (360 ml) neutral oil (such as extra light olive oil)
- 1 cup (240 ml) fresh Thai chilies (stems removed)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) vinegar (rice or white)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) light brown sugar
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) salt
Instructions
- Trim the stems from Thai chilies and peel garlic cloves, creating a vibrant base for the sauce.
- Combine chilies, garlic, salt, light brown sugar, and vinegar in a food processor, pulsing until the mixture becomes a uniform, finely chopped blend.
- Select a heavy-bottomed pan and warm ½ cup of neutral oil over medium heat, preparing for the flavor infusion.
- Pour the processed chili-garlic mixture into the heated oil, raising the temperature to medium-high and stirring consistently for 8-9 minutes.
- Watch for the transformation from a runny, pink consistency to a thick, deep red paste, indicating the reduction of moisture and concentration of flavors.
- Introduce the remaining 1 cup of neutral oil into the thickened mixture, stirring thoroughly to create a glossy, well-integrated sauce.
- Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool completely, enabling the flavors to meld and settle.
- Carefully transfer the cooled sauce into a sterilized, airtight container, ensuring a tight seal to preserve its robust flavor profile.
- Refrigerate the sauce if not consuming immediately, where it can maintain its quality for several weeks.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting the number of Thai chilies, selecting milder or spicier varieties to suit personal preference.
- Opt for high-quality neutral oils like vegetable or grapeseed to ensure a clean, smooth flavor profile without overpowering the chili and garlic.
- Practice careful stirring during cooking to prevent burning, which can introduce bitter notes and compromise the sauce’s vibrant taste.
- Sterilize storage jars thoroughly to extend the sauce’s shelf life and maintain its fresh, robust flavor when refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1.5 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21.0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.8 g
- Protein: 0.7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg