Andy Ricker's Naam Jim Kai (Sweet Chile Dipping Sauce)
Recipe GLPRc1e6909b86befc
A vibrant Thai-inspired sweet and tangy dipping sauce with a delicate heat from red chiles and aromatic garlic notes. This versatile condiment balances sugar's sweetness with vinegar's acidity, creating a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, fried dishes, and fresh vegetables. The sauce comes together quickly with minimal preparation and stores well for future use.
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Ingredients
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1/2 cup water
21 grams fresh or drained pickled red Thai chiles, coarsely sliced
1 1/4 ounces peeled garlic cloves, halved lengthwise
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Directions
In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, and distilled white vinegar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is completely dissolved, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Add the coarsely sliced red Thai chiles and the halved garlic cloves to the simmering liquid.
Continue to simmer gently for about 8 to 10 minutes, allowing the flavors of the chiles and garlic to infuse into the syrup. The mixture should be fragrant and the chiles softened.
Stir in the kosher salt, mixing until fully incorporated.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool to room temperature before serving. The sauce will thicken slightly as it cools.
