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Mae Ploy Chili Sauce

Mae Ploy Chili Sauce

Make your own Thai-style Mae Ploy chili sauce at home in 10 minutes using fresh garlic, red chilies, vinegar, and a touch of honey.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 Cup
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: Thai-Asian
Calories: 35
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 Cup Water
  • 1/4 Cup Rice Vinegar
  • 1/2 Cup White Sugar
  • 2 Cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1 Tbsp Red Chili Flakes
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tbsp Cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp Cold Water

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, combine water, vinegar, sugar, garlic, chili flakes, and salt over medium heat.
  2. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer until the sugar fully dissolves.
  3. Whisk cornstarch with cold water in a separate bowl to make a smooth slurry.
  4. Slowly pour the slurry into the saucepan while stirring constantly.
  5. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens, then remove from heat.
  6. Let it cool completely, then transfer it to a clean glass jar. Store in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.