15 Vietnamese Chili Sauce Recipe Discover Culinary Perfection!

Ingredients You'll Need

Gather these ingredients before you start making your own Vietnamese chili sauce:

• 1 pound red chilies, sliced
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup fish sauce
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

Follow these simple steps to make your own Vietnamese chili sauce:

1. In a pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and shallot and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
3. Add the sliced chilies and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, rice vinegar, and water.
5. Add the sauce mixture to the pan with the chilies and bring it to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Once the sauce has thickened, remove it from the heat and let it cool.
8. Using a blender or food processor, blend the cooled sauce until it reaches a smooth consistency.
9. Transfer the Vietnamese chili sauce to a jar or bottle and store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

How to Use

There are endless ways to use your homemade Vietnamese chili sauce in your cooking. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

• Marinate chicken, beef, or shrimp in the Vietnamese chili sauce before grilling for a flavorful and spicy twist.
• Add a spoonful of the sauce to your stir-fries for a spicy kick.
• Mix it with mayonnaise to create a delicious spicy aioli for sandwiches or burgers.
• Use it as a dipping sauce for spring rolls, dumplings, or any other appetizer.
• Drizzle it over noodles, rice bowls, or salads for added flavor.