That’s it, my friends. I hope you enjoy my homemade chili sauce recipe. So tasty! Let me know if you make it. I’d love to hear how it turned out for you. What’s YOUR favorite way to use it? Curious! There are many different types of “chili sauce”, which is often more of a generic term of a sauce made with chili peppers. This particular chili sauce refers to the popular American condiment usually sold in bottles, found at your local grocer. There are popular brands, like Heinz chili sauce. The consistency is very similar to your typical ketchup, though the seasonings often vary slightly. This is unlike a Sweet Chili Sauce, which is a Thai sweet chili sauce great with Asian cuisine. This type of chili sauce is super popular served as a dip for chilled shrimp and other seafood, though it’s a wonderful marinade, a general condiment for topping burgers and hot dogs, or for seasoning dishes like meatloaf. Of course you can buy some from the grocery store on your next outing, but this Homemade Chili Sauce is so much better. Let’s talk about how to make chili sauce, shall we? Simmer for Flavor. Pour the chili sauce into a small pot or sauce pan. Heat and simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld and develop. This is an important step. Taste and adjust for salt, honey, and other spices. Add more water for a thinner sauce. It’s really meant to be a thicker sauce, and it will thicken up as it cools, but if you prefer a thinner sauce, go for it! Cool and Store. Cool the chili sauce completely. Store in the refrigerator, covered. Boom! Done! Making chili sauce at home is incredibly easy, isn’t it? It’s really just whisking the ingredients together in a bowl and some simmering. I love this stuff. Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H.
