Spicy Tamarind Sauce

Ingredients

Tamarind paste

1/2 cup

Water

1 cup

Brown sugar

1/2 cup

Soy sauce

1/4 cup

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Ginger

1 tablespoon, minced

Red chili flakes

1 teaspoon

Lime juice

2 tablespoons

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, blend the tamarind paste with water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
2. Use a spoon to mash the tamarind paste, dissolving it in the water. Strain the mixture to rid of any seeds or fibers, ensuring a smooth sauce.
3. Transfer the tamarind mixture to a saucepan and place over medium heat. To this, add the brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, red chili flakes, lime juice, and salt.
4. Stir the mixture well to combine, allowing the flavors to meld together while it comes to a simmer.
5. Let the sauce cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken slightly and develop a rich, glossy sheen.
6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool before serving. This allows the flavors to deepen, creating a more complex sauce.
7. Serve your Spicy Tamarind Sauce as an enticing dipping sauce, or drizzle it generously over grilled meats or vegetables. Enjoy the burst of flavors!