Recipe
Chilli & Garlic Sauce
A glossy Chinese-style chilli and garlic sauce with soy, ginger and a gentle sweet-sour balance.
Ingredients
Method
10 mins prep3 mins cook13 mins total
Whisk the soy sauce, stock, rice vinegar, sugar and cornflour slurry together in a jug until smooth.
Warm the sesame oil in a small saucepan over a medium heat. Add the garlic, ginger and sliced chilli, then cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the soy mixture and bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce is glossy and thick enough to coat a spoon.
Taste and adjust with a little more vinegar or chilli if needed, then use hot or cool and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Notes
For a smoother sauce, strain it after simmering. Add extra sliced chilli at the end if you want more heat.
About this recipe
This quick sauce brings together fresh chilli, garlic and ginger with soy, rice vinegar and sesame oil. It thickens in minutes and is ideal with noodles, stir-fried vegetables, rice or roast meats.
