Description
Spicy homemade chili garlic sauce brings fiery flavor straight from your kitchen to the plate. Balanced heat and robust garlic notes promise an authentic condiment that elevates meals with simple, bold ingredients you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Peppers:
- 8 ounces (225 grams) red chili peppers (such as red jalapenos or Fresnos)
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 2 heads of garlic, peeled
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Liquids and Thickeners:
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) white distilled vinegar
- 2 tablespoons water, divided
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Thoroughly cleanse the red chili peppers under cool running water to remove any dirt or debris.
- Trim off the stems and chop the peppers coarsely. Decide on heat level by removing seeds for a milder sauce or keeping them for intense spiciness.
- Load the chopped peppers, garlic cloves, salt, sugar, vinegar, and water into a blender or food processor.
- Pulse the ingredients until they form a rustic, chunky texture.
- Carefully separate and reserve a quarter cup of the coarse mixture for later use.
- Continue processing the remaining mixture until it transforms into a silky, smooth consistency.
- Transfer the velvety sauce into a saucepan, heating it over medium flame.
- Introduce the reserved chunky pepper mixture into the pan, stirring gently.
- Allow the sauce to reach a gentle simmer, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
- Create a cornstarch slurry by whisking water and cornstarch in a separate small bowl.
- Once the sauce is bubbling softly, pour in the cornstarch mixture, stirring constantly.
- Maintain continuous stirring for 1-2 minutes until the sauce reaches a desirable thickness.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce cool completely at room temperature.
- Carefully decant the cooled sauce into a sterilized glass jar or airtight container.
- Secure the lid tightly and refrigerate to preserve freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Choose peppers with vibrant color and firm texture for maximum flavor intensity.
- Wear gloves when handling hot peppers to prevent skin irritation or accidental eye contact.
- Adjust spice levels by selecting different chili pepper varieties like jalapeño, serrano, or habanero.
- Clean and sterilize storage jars thoroughly to extend sauce shelf life and prevent bacterial growth.
- Experiment with additional ingredients like ginger, lime zest, or sesame oil for unique flavor profiles.
- Homemade sauce can be stored in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, developing deeper flavors over time.
- Use as a condiment, marinade, or cooking sauce for various Asian and fusion dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 16 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 474 mg
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg