Description
This vibrant Pineapple Chili Sauce combines the sweetness of pineapple with the heat of chili flakes to create a flavorful, versatile condiment. Perfect as a dipping sauce, glaze, or marinade, it brings a tropical kick to chicken, shrimp, tofu, and roasted vegetables. Quick to prepare and easy to store, this sauce balances tangy, sweet, and spicy notes for a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup)
Seasonings and Aromatics
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili flakes (adjust for spice level)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon ginger, grated
- Pinch of salt
Thickening Agent
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
Instructions
- Blend the Pineapple Base: In a blender, puree pineapple chunks, water, rice vinegar, and honey until the mixture is smooth and well combined to create the sauce base.
- Cook the Sauce: Pour the blended mixture into a saucepan set over medium heat. Add soy sauce, chili flakes, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Thicken the Sauce: Mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry, then slowly stir it into the simmering sauce. Continue stirring continuously until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, usually just a few minutes.
- Cool & Store: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature. Transfer it to a clean jar or container and store it in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Serve & Enjoy: Use this pineapple chili sauce as a delicious dipping sauce, a glaze for grilled or roasted proteins and vegetables, or as a flavorful marinade to add a tropical spicy kick to your meals.
Notes
- Adjust chili flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Maple syrup can be substituted for honey to make the sauce vegan.
- For a smoother sauce, strain after blending before cooking.
- Use fresh pineapple chunks for a brighter flavor.
- Can be stored refrigerated for up to one week in an airtight container.
- Great accompaniment for grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, and roasted vegetables.
