Sugar-Free Schezwan Sauce
Enjoy the bold and fiery flavors of your favorite Asian condiment without the added guilt with this Sugar-Free Schezwan Sauce recipe! Bursting with the robust heat of dry red chilies, aromatic garlic, and zesty ginger, this healthier twist on traditional schezwan sauce skips the sugar but retains all its irresistible depth. Enhanced with tangy white vinegar, umami-packed soy sauce, and rich tomato paste, this homemade creation delivers a perfectly balanced blend of spice, tang, and savoriness. Made in just 30 minutes, this versatile sauce is a fantastic low-sugar alternative for stirring into noodles, pairing with dim sum, or adding a kick to rice dishes. Easy to make, preservative-free, and suitable for clean eating, it’s a must-have condiment for every spice lover's kitchen!
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Ingredients
- 15 pieces dry red chilies
- 10 cloves garlic
- 1 inch ginger
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper powder
- 0.5 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Soak the dry red chilies in warm water for about 20 minutes until they soften.
Step 2
Drain the chilies and remove the stems. You can also deseed them if you prefer a less spicy sauce.
Step 3
In a blender, add the soaked chilies, garlic cloves, and ginger. Blend these into a smooth paste using some water if required.
Step 4
Heat sesame oil in a pan on medium heat. Once warm, add the chili-garlic-ginger paste and sauté for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the mixture does not stick to the pan.
Step 5
Stir in the tomato paste and continue to cook the mixture for another 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Add white vinegar, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper powder. Mix well, ensuring that all ingredients are fully combined.
Step 7
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to cook on low heat for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens to the desired consistency.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Once done, let the sauce cool down.
Step 9
Store the Sugar-Free Schezwan Sauce in a clean, airtight glass jar. Refrigerate it and use within 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (297.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 379.7 |
| Total Fat 29.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1803.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.1g | |
| Protein 6.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 102.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 909.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories