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Spicy homemade chili sauce in a white bowl on a grey table with few ingredients around.

Chili Sauce

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Elevate your dishes with our Homemade Chili Sauce, a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and savory tastes. This versatile condiment is essential for any kitchen, ideal for dipping, marinating, topping, glazing, or simply adding a zesty kick to your meals. It's the ultimate choice for effortlessly boosting flavors!
Course Dips & Condiments
Cuisine American
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 56
Author Sangeetha Vel

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup Tomato Paste canned
  • 2 tbsp Honey
  • 3 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder start with half of it then increase if needed or use paprika
  • 1 tsp Chili Flakes start with half of it then increase if needed
  • ¼ tsp Clove Powder
  • ¼ tsp Cinnamon Powder
  • ¼ tsp Nutmeg Powder
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • ½ tsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 cup Water or broth of your choice
  • Salt to taste
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Instructions

Making Chili Sauce

  • Start by heating a saucepan over medium heat. Add all the ingredients from the ingredients list into the saucepan. Whisk them together until they are well combined.
    Adding the chili flakes into the saucepan.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, and let it simmer for about 7 to 10 minutes. This simmering period allows the flavors to blend and deepen, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce.
    Chili Sauce boiling in a saucepan.
  • Once the simmering is complete, remove the saucepan from the heat. Let your Homemade Chili Sauce cool a bit before tasting. It’s now ready to enhance your dishes with its rich, spicy flavors!
    Serving Chili Sauce in a white bowl.

Serving

  • Enjoy this Chili Sauce as a versatile condiment. Perfect for dipping with snacks and appetizers, it also serves as a flavorful marinade for meats and seafood, or as a zesty addition to stir-fries and other dishes. For more ideas on how to use this sauce, check out our 'How to Use' section below.
    Chili Sauce in a white bowl with few ingredients on the side.

Notes

Here are some expert tips to tailor your Homemade Chili Sauce just the way you prefer:
  • Tomato Base: Opt for either store-bought tomato paste or puree. Keep in mind that puree is thinner, so adjust the amount of water or broth accordingly if you choose it over paste.
  • Worcestershire Sauce: This ingredient is crucial for adding a unique umami flavor. For a vegan version, try soy sauce, miso paste, or a vegan Worcestershire sauce to achieve a similar taste profile.
  • Control the Heat: Begin with a small amount of chili powder and flakes. Taste and then gradually increase the quantity to reach your desired level of spiciness.
  • Simmering is Key: Never skip the simmering step, as it allows the sauce to thoroughly integrate the flavors of the spices and other ingredients.
  • Adjust the Thickness: If you prefer a thicker sauce, consider simmering it longer to reduce the liquid, or add a small amount of cornstarch slurry to achieve the desired consistency without altering the flavor too much.
  • Balance Your Sweeteners: Experiment with the ratios of honey and brown sugar. Adjusting these can help you fine-tune the balance between sweetness and heat according to your taste or health preferences.
  • Substitutions: If you find yourself out of chili sauce, alternatives like sambal olek, harissa sauce, hot sauce, sriracha sauce, or spicy tomato sauce can work well. For dips, hot sauce and spicy tomato sauce are particularly good options.

Nutrition

Serving: 4tbsp | Calories: 56kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 523IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg

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