Sweet Chili Thai Sauce

Overview

Sweet Chili Thai Sauce is a versatile condiment that adds a perfect balance of sweet and spicy to various dishes. It's great for dipping, marinating, or drizzling over your favorite foods.

Ingredients

• 1 cup rice vinegar
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 3 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 tbsp chili garlic sauce
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp water (for cornstarch slurry)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp grated ginger

Nutrition

• Calories: 50 per tablespoon
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Sugar: 11g
• Sodium: 140mg

Instructions

1. Combine Vinegar, Sugar, and Water: In a saucepan, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
2. Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Add Fish Sauce and Chili Garlic Sauce: Mix in the fish sauce and chili garlic sauce.
4. Thicken with Cornstarch: Create a slurry by mixing cornstarch with water. Slowly add the slurry to the sauce, stirring constantly until thickened.
5. Cool and Store: Allow the sauce to cool. Transfer to a jar and store in the refrigerator.

Kitchen Tools Required

• Saucepan
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Whisk
• Jar for storage

Interesting Background

Sweet Chili Thai Sauce, or "Nam Chim Kai," is a popular Thai condiment known for its sweet and tangy flavor with a hint of heat. It's commonly used in Thai cuisine and has gained popularity worldwide for its versatility and delicious taste.