Transform your meals with our Homemade Chili Sauce, a delightful mix of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. Made with tomato paste or puree, chili flakes, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, spices, honey, and brown sugar, this versatile sauce is a kitchen game-changer. Ideal for dipping, marinating, topping, glazing, or adding a zesty kick to various dishes, it's your go-to for enhancing flavors effortlessly!
Start by placing a saucepan on medium heat. Add in all the ingredients from the list and whisk them together until they're well combined.
Allow the sauce to come to a boil and let it simmer for about 7 to 10 minutes. This simmering time is crucial for the flavors to blend and infuse.
After simmering, take the saucepan off the heat. Your Homemade Chili Sauce is now ready for you to taste and enjoy!
To Serve
Enjoy this Chili Sauce as a versatile condiment. It's perfect for dipping with snacks and appetizers, as a flavorful marinade for meats and seafood, or as a zesty addition to stir-fries and various other dishes.
Notes
Tips for Perfect Homemade Chili Sauce:
Tomato Base: Choose between store-bought tomato paste or puree. If using tomato puree, adjust the water or broth quantity accordingly since puree has a thinner consistency than paste.
Worcestershire Sauce: This adds a distinctive umami flavor. For a vegan alternative, consider soy sauce, miso paste, or vegan Worcestershire sauce to replicate similar tastes.
Control the Heat: Start with a modest ½ teaspoon of chili powder and flakes. After tasting, you can incrementally increase the amount to suit your heat preference.
Simmering is Key: Don't overlook the simmering step. It allows the sauce to absorb the flavors from the spices and other ingredients fully.
Substitutions: If you're out of chili sauce, sambal olek, harissa sauce, hot sauce, sriracha sauce, or spicy tomato sauce make great alternatives. For dips, hot sauce and spicy tomato sauce are especially recommended.