Easy Chinese Chili Sauce Recipe (辣椒酱 Làjiāo jiàng) // Collab with Entertaining with Beth

dried red chili peppers

🥗Healthier: fresh chili peppers

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Fresh peppers offer a vibrant flavor, while cayenne is more accessible.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds a unique taste, while canola is budget-friendly.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: toasted sunflower oil

💰Cheaper: peanut oil

Sunflower oil is lighter, and peanut oil is a cost-effective alternative.

Roughly cut 5 red Fresno chilies and place them in a food processor.

Chop and grind the chilies until the desired texture is achieved, opting for a coarse grind.

Transfer the chilies to a pan and sauté on low heat for 1-2 minutes to evaporate excess moisture.

Add 3 to 4 tablespoons of canola oil, 1/4 teaspoon of sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of white wine vinegar to the pan.

Sauté the mixture for 6-8 minutes, allowing the aroma of the chilies to infuse into the oil.

Reduce heat to low and add 1 clove of freshly minced garlic, sautéing for another minute until done.

Transfer the mixture to a small dish to cool before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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