Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
This easy Thai Sweet Chili Sauce is sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy—perfect for dipping or drizzling! Made in under 15 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes adjust to taste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp honey optional
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water for cornstarch slurry
Instructions
- Combine water, vinegar, sugar, garlic, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, salt, and honey in a small saucepan. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, then lower heat to simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp water to make a slurry. Stir into the sauce.
- Simmer for 2–3 more minutes, stirring frequently until sauce thickens.
- Let cool, then store in a jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – 2 tablespoons)
Calories: 60Carbohydrates: 15g (5% DV)
Protein: 0g (0% DV)
Fat: 0g (0% DV)
Sodium: 180mg (8% DV)
Sugar: 14g
Fiber: 0g
Note: Nutrition values are approximate and may vary depending on brands and substitutions.