A tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy Thai-style BBQ sauce that adds an irresistible flavor to grilled meats, vegetables, or tofu. Perfect for marinating, glazing, or dipping.
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce (optional, or substitute with extra soy sauce for vegetarian)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
- 1 tbsp Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (optional, for spice)
Preparation Time:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield:
Approximately 1 cup of sauce
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a small saucepan, combine ketchup, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sweet chili sauce, garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes.
- Simmer:
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stirring occasionally, let the mixture simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Taste and Adjust:
- Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness, tanginess, or spice levels to your preference by adding more sugar, vinegar, or chili flakes.
- Cool and Use:
- Remove from heat and let the sauce cool. Use immediately as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutritional Information (Per Tablespoon):
- Calories: 25 kcal
- Protein: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fat: 0.1g
- Sodium: 200mg
Notes
- For a smokier flavor, add a dash of smoked paprika or a few drops of liquid smoke.
- Use this sauce to glaze chicken, pork, or tofu while grilling.
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing chili flakes or adding Sriracha.
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