Whole30 Mala Sauce

Elevate your meals with this bold and flavorful Whole30 Mala Sauce, a healthy twist on the iconic fiery condiment. Bursting with the distinctive numbing heat of Sichuan peppercorns and dried red chili peppers, this sauce perfectly balances spice with savory depth, thanks to ingredients like garlic, ginger, and Whole30-compliant staples such as coconut aminos and fish sauce. Infused with the earthy richness of avocado oil and a subtle tang from apple cider vinegar, this sauce is a versatile addition to any Whole30 meal plan. It's perfect as a marinade, stir-fry sauce, or drizzled atop roasted veggies and protein. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, this easy recipe ensures that you can enjoy restaurant-quality flavors while staying on track with your Whole30 goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup Whole30-compliant avocado oil
• 1 tablespoon Dried Sichuan peppercorns
• 5 whole Dried red chili peppers
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
• 0.25 cup Coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Whole30-compliant fish sauce
• 0.25 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame oil
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, heat the avocado oil over medium-low heat.

Step 2

Add the Sichuan peppercorns and dried red chili peppers to the oil and cook gently, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until the oil becomes fragrant and the chili peppers darken slightly. Be careful not to burn them.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the oil into a heatproof bowl, discarding the peppercorns and chilis, but reserving the oil.

Step 4

Return the infused oil to the saucepan and place it back on medium heat.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the oil, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, fish sauce, and water, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Add the toasted sesame oil, chopped green onions, and salt, stirring to combine.

Step 9

Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool before transferring to an airtight container.

Step 10

Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, and shake well before using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(291.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	718.4

Total Fat 64.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3463.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 6.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 71.3mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 358.1mg	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: 80.9%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 15.7%