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Hainanese Chicken Rice Chilli Sauce Recipe

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Authentic Hainanese Chicken Rice at Home
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Description

Hainanese chicken rice is a famous dish in Singapore and Malaysia. It is a dish that consists of poached chicken and fragrant rice cooked with chicken broth and pandan leaves. The dish is usually served with a special chilli sauce and ginger sauce. The chilli sauce is a must-have condiment that is tangy, spicy and sweet, and it is made with red chillies, garlic, ginger, lime juice, and vinegar. The chilli sauce is perfect for dipping the chicken into or spooning over the rice.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

5 minutes

Ingredient

  • 10 red chillies, seeds removed and chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2-inch ginger, peeled and chopped
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Bowl

Method

  1. In a blender or food processor, blend the red chillies, garlic, and ginger until finely chopped.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add the lime juice, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
  3. Let the chilli sauce sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  4. Store the chilli sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

For a spicier sauce, you can leave some of the chilli seeds in. You can also adjust the sweetness and tanginess of the sauce to your liking by adding more or less sugar and vinegar.

Nutrition Info

This chilli sauce recipe makes approximately 1 cup. Each tablespoon of sauce contains around 10 calories, 2g carbohydrates, and negligible fat and protein.

Recipe Tips

To get the best flavor, it is recommended to use fresh ingredients. You can also add a small amount of sesame oil to the sauce for extra fragrance. If you don't have rice vinegar, you can substitute it with apple cider vinegar or white vinegar. The chilli sauce can also be used as a dipping sauce for other dishes like fried chicken or spring rolls. Make sure to adjust the spiciness level to your own preference. Enjoy!

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