This Thai Sweet Chili Sauce is a sweet, spicy, and slightly sour sauce that is perfect for dipping, drizzling, or marinating. It is made with a combination of pineapple juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, Sriracha sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. The sauce is easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Thai Sweet Chili Sauce is a ubiquitous condiment in Thailand, used as a dipping sauce for everything from spring rolls to chicken satay. It's also a popular ingredient in stir-fries, marinades, and glazes. The sauce is typically made with a combination of chili peppers, garlic, sugar, and fish sauce. However, there are many variations on the recipe, and some versions include additional ingredients such as pineapple juice, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.
This recipe for Thai Sweet Chili Sauce is a bit different from the traditional version in that it uses pineapple juice instead of chili peppers. This gives the sauce a sweeter, more fruity flavor that is perfect for dipping or drizzling. The sauce is also made with low-sodium soy sauce and honey, which makes it a healthier alternative to the traditional version.
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup Sriracha sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until thickened.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Transfer to a jar or bottle and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Serve with your favorite dishes.
Why It Works
The combination of pineapple juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and Sriracha sauce gives the sauce a complex flavor that is both sweet and spicy.
The honey adds a touch of sweetness to the sauce, while the garlic and ginger add depth of flavor.
The red pepper flakes and black pepper add a bit of heat to the sauce, but it is not overpowering.