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Thai-Style Serrano Chili Sauce
A bright, punchy sauce inspired by Thai cuisine. Sweet, sour, and spicy in perfect balance.
Prep Time
15 min
Difficulty
easy
Consistency
thin
Ingredients
9 items- 15 serrano peppers, stems removed
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup fish sauce
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 6 cloves garlic, peeled
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- 1Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- 2Transfer to a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
- 3Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4The sauce will thicken as it cools.
- 5Taste and adjust sweetness, sourness, or saltiness as needed.
- 6Pour into sterilized bottles.
- 7Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.
Flavor Profile
sweettangygarlickybright
Best For
stir-fryspring rollsnoodlesdumplings
Frequently Asked Questions
How spicy is Thai-Style Serrano Chili Sauce?
Thai-Style Serrano Chili Sauce is rated as hot heat — quite spicy and packs a good amount of heat. You can adjust the heat by using fewer peppers or removing the seeds and membranes.
How long does it take to make Thai-Style Serrano Chili Sauce?
Thai-Style Serrano Chili Sauce requires 15 minutes of prep time. It's a relatively quick recipe to prepare.
What peppers are used in Thai-Style Serrano Chili Sauce?
This recipe uses: 15 serrano peppers, stems removed. You can adjust the types of peppers used based on your heat preference and availability.