This spicy chili sauce is a bold yet simple recipe, built on the nutty aroma of toasted sesame seeds and the deep heat of chili paste. It’s one of those sauces that proves how a few well-chosen ingredients can create something memorable, without long cooking times or complicated steps. Served in small bowls, it’s fantastic with steamed Chinese buns, but also works beautifully with vegetables, rice, or grilled dishes. Let’s see how to make it.
Vegan
Spicy
Asian
Vegan
Spicy Chili Sauce
A bold and aromatic spicy sauce made with toasted sesame seeds, vegetable oil and chili paste. Perfect as a condiment for Asian dishes and steamed buns.
Ingredients
- Sesame seeds 2 tablespoons
- Vegetable oil 3 tablespoons
- Chili paste 4 tablespoons
Tools
- Small pan
- Spoon
- Small bowls
Instructions
- Dry-toast the sesame seeds in a small pan until golden, without burning them.
- Remove from heat and add the vegetable oil and chili paste.
- Return to low heat and stir well until fully combined.
- Serve warm or at room temperature in small individual bowls.
Nutritional values (per serving)
Calories
120 kcal
120 kcal
Fat
11 g
11 g
Carbohydrates
4 g
4 g
Protein
2 g
2 g
Sugar
1 g
1 g
Fiber
1 g
1 g
Sodium
180 mg
180 mg
This post is also available in: Italiano (Italian)
