Thai Sweet and Spicy Dipping Sauce
Elevate your meals with the irresistible balance of flavors in this Thai Sweet and Spicy Dipping Sauce. Perfectly blending sweetness, tang, and heat, this versatile condiment features granulated sugar, rice vinegar, and fish sauce as its flavorful base. Infused with bold garlic and a kick of red chili flakes, the sauce is thickened to a glossy perfection using a cornstarch slurry. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for pairing with spring rolls, grilled meats, or crispy appetizers. Make it in advance and enjoy its freshness for up to two weeks—an essential addition to your homemade Thai-inspired creations!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 120 milliliters water
- 80 milliliters rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water (120 milliliters), rice vinegar, and fish sauce. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Add the finely minced garlic and red chili flakes to the saucepan and continue to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.
Gradually pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while stirring constantly.
Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly and achieved a glossy consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or an airtight container. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
413 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2520 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.1 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 128 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
