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How to Make Chili Garlic for Siomai

Spicy, savory, garlicky, and slightly sweet. It is an easy homemade condiment that pairs perfectly with siomai, dumplings, rice, noodles, soups, and more.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: Fusion (Asian-Filipino)
Servings: 6 -8 servings
Calories: 223kcal
Author: Lainey

Ingredients

  • ½ cup oil
  • 1 cup garlic minced
  • ½ cup red and green chilies minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon salt adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • water enough to cover the mixture

Instructions

Cook the Garlic and Chilies

  • Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • Then add the garlic and chilies, and cook for 3–5 minutes until fragrant.

Add the Seasonings

  • Add the soy sauce, tomato paste, salt, and brown sugar.
  • Stir well and cook for about 1 minute.

Simmer the Chili Garlic

  • Pour in enough water to cover the mixture, then bring it to a boil.
  • Lower the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the oil starts to separate and the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.

Finish and Serve

  • Taste and adjust the salt and sugar as needed.
  • Transfer to a bowl or glass container. Let it cool and refrigerate.

Notes

  • Stir regularly to prevent burning.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer chilies.
  • Pairs well with siomai, soups, or any dish needing a spicy kick.
Serving: 1gCalories: 223kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 2gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.1gSodium: 1286mgPotassium: 173mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 162IUVitamin C: 26mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 1mg

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