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Sweet Chili BBQ Sauce
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Sweet Chili BBQ Sauce

Sweet Chili BBQ Sauce blends tangy ketchup, sweet chilisauce, and a mix of brown and white sugars for the perfect balance of sweetnessand spice. Enhanced with apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and smokypaprika, it simmers to a rich, flavorful glaze. Ideal for grilling or dipping,it’s quick to make, easy to store, and adds a zesty kick to any barbecue dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Sauce / Condiment
Cuisine: Fusion (Asian American BBQ)
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup white granulated sugar 4 oz
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup unseasoned rice vinegar
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Garlic press or knife for mincing
  • Whisk (optional)
  • Airtight container or mason jar (for storage)

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, brown sugar, white sugar, sweet chili sauce, both vinegars (apple cider and rice), water, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic, ground ginger, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously with a wooden spoon or spatula to ensure the sugars dissolve and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Once the sauce begins to bubble lightly, reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer gently for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken slightly as it cooks. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.

Notes

Keeps well in a clean, sealed jar in the fridge for up to 3 weeks. Simmer a few minutes longer if you want a thicker glaze.
Use tamari and omit Worcestershire (or use GF version). Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne. Replace brown sugar with honey or maple syrup, and reduce quantity.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 60 | Fat: 0 g | Sugars: 11 g | Protein: 1 g | Sodium: 390 mg