Dairy-Free Schezwan Sauce

Unleash bold, fiery flavors in your kitchen with this homemade Dairy-Free Schezwan Sauce, a tantalizing condiment perfect for stir-fries, noodles, or as a spicy dipping sauce. Made with vibrant dried red chilies, aromatic garlic, and fresh ginger, this recipe brings authentic Asian heat without any dairy, making it ideal for vegans and those with lactose intolerance. The combination of savory soy sauce, tangy vinegar, and a hint of sweetness from tomato ketchup and sugar creates a perfectly balanced sauce that's irresistibly indulgent. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this versatile sauce can be stored for up to two weeks, ensuring a convenient way to elevate any dish. Perfect for spice lovers, it's a must-try addition to your homemade condiment collection!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 20 pieces dried red chilies
• 8 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 inch fresh ginger
• 3 stalks spring onions
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons tomato ketchup
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Remove the stems of the dried red chilies and soak them in hot water for about 30 minutes until they soften.

Step 2

Drain the chilies and grind them into a smooth paste, adding a little water if necessary.

Step 3

Finely chop the garlic, ginger, and spring onions, keeping the white and green parts of the spring onions separate.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the spring onions. Sauté until fragrant and golden brown.

Step 5

Add the red chili paste to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes until the raw smell of the chilies disappears.

Step 6

Stir in the vinegar, soy sauce, tomato ketchup, salt, and sugar. Mix well and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Add the water and continue cooking until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and let the sauce cool. Once cooled, transfer the sauce to an airtight container.

Step 10

Refrigerate the sauce if not using immediately. It can be stored for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(539.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	732.6

Total Fat 54.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4033.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 19.7g
Protein 11.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 132.3mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 1040.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.4%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 31.8%