How to make super spicy Filipino chili garlic sauce

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: dried chili flakes

Dried chili flakes provide heat at a lower cost.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive than olive oil.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

White vinegar is more accessible and affordable.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: bottled lemon juice

Bottled lemon juice is a cost-effective alternative.

Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and sauté until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in chopped chili peppers and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Add vinegar, salt, and sugar, mixing well to combine.

Simmer the mixture for 5-7 minutes to meld flavors.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before blending.

Transfer to a blender and blend until smooth.

Store in a clean jar and refrigerate for up to a month.

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