Homemade Sweet Chili Sauce
A glossy sweet and tangy chili sauce made with sugar, vinegar, garlic, and chili flakes.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
- Glass jar
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup white vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup water plus 2 tablespoons cold water for the slurry
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
Cooking
- Combine. Add sugar, vinegar, garlic, flakes, soy sauce, and 1 cup water to a pot.
- Simmer. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
- Thicken. Whisk in the cornstarch mixed with cold water and cook 1 to 2 minutes until glossy.
- Cool. Let the sauce cool, then pour into a clean jar.
Notes
Substitutions: Use brown sugar for a deeper flavor or regular soy sauce if you prefer.
Tips: Whisk in the slurry slowly and cook until glossy.
Storage: Refrigerate in a covered jar for up to 2 weeks.