Hot and Sweet Dipping Sauce

Hot and Sweet Dipping Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    15 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    235

A vibrant and versatile condiment, this Hot and Sweet Dipping Sauce elevates any appetizer or main course with its perfect balance of tangy sweetness and subtle heat. Inspired by classic Chinese restaurant flavors, it's incredibly easy to make and will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    26 g
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Sodium
    146 mg
  • Sugar
    25 g
  • Fat
    0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 2 mins In a small, nonreactive saucepan, bring the rice vinegar to a gentle boil over medium heat. (2 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Stir in the granulated sugar until completely dissolved. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. Remove from heat.

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03 Step

Recipe View 3 mins In a mortar, mash the minced garlic and sea salt together using a pestle until a smooth paste forms. This helps to release the garlic's flavor. (3 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Add the garlic paste to the sweetened vinegar in the saucepan. Stir in the dried red pepper flakes, distributing them evenly throughout the sauce. (1 minute)

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05 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and deepen. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

For a milder sauce, reduce the amount of red pepper flakes. For a spicier sauce, use a pinch of cayenne pepper.
If you don't have a mortar and pestle, you can finely mince the garlic and mix it with the salt.
This sauce is excellent with egg rolls, spring rolls, dumplings, or grilled chicken and shrimp.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 78 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Cristina Dicki

    This sauce is amazing! I made it last night for my spring rolls and it was a hit.

  • Britney Keebler

    I love that I can control the heat level. Perfect for my family!

  • Deshaun Mccullough

    So easy and delicious! I will definitely make this again.

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