Homemade Chili Sauce Fiery Homemade Garlic Chili Sauce with a Hint of Sweetness Ingredients: 10–12 fresh red chilies (adjust to heat preference) 4 cloves garlic, peeled 1/2 cup white vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons neutral oil (like vegetable or sunflower) Optional: 1 small tomato for added body and mildness Directions: Remove stems from chilies. If you want a milder sauce, remove some or all of the seeds. In a blender or food processor, combine chilies, garlic, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Blend until smooth. Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the blended mixture and stir. Simmer the sauce for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and the raw smell disappears. Taste and adjust salt or sugar as needed. Let it cool before transferring to a sterilized jar. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 22 minutes Kcal: 20 kcal (per tablespoon) | Servings: approx. 16 servings (1 tablespoon each) #homemadechilisauce #spicysauce #garlicchili #chilisaucerecipe #hotandspicy #asiancondiments #homemadecondiments #chilisaucefromscratch #smallbatchsauce #saucerecipe #spicyfoodlover #kitchendiystyle #homemadespicy #fieryflavors #easychilisauce #noadditives #naturalsauces #diykitchenrecipes #boldandspicy #zestykitchen 🔥🔥 Add some fire to your fridge! This Homemade Chili Sauce is packed with flavor, heat, and the kind of zing that keeps you coming back for more! 🌶️🧄🍅

Vietnamese Lemongrass Dipping Sauce Bright & Zesty Vietnamese Lemongrass Nuoc Cham Ingredients: 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, finely minced (white part only) 1/4 cup fish sauce 1/4 cup warm water 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon sugar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 red Thai chili, thinly sliced (adjust to taste) 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional for extra tang) 1 teaspoon grated carrot (optional for color and texture) Directions: In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce, warm water, sugar, and lime juice. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved. Add the minced lemongrass, garlic, chili, and rice vinegar if using. Mix well. Let the sauce sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with a touch of grated carrot before serving, if desired. Serve as a dipping sauce for grilled meats, spring rolls, noodles, or fresh vegetables. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 25 kcal per 2 tbsp | Servings: Makes about 3/4 cup (6 servings) #lemongrass #vietnamesefood #dippingsauce #nuoccham #vietnamesecuisine #lemongrasslove #vietnamesedip #saucefromscratch #asiancondiments #zestysauce #vietnameseflavors #freshsauces #vietnameseherbs #umamiboost #easyvietrecipes #lemongrassdip #spicydippingsauce #vietnamesegrill #authenticflavors #homemadesauces ✨ Bright, zesty, and packed with lemongrass flavor — this Vietnamese dipping sauce is perfect with grilled meats, spring rolls, and so much more! 🇻🇳🌿