This “Fried Sauce” is a versatile, international-inspired condiment that brings deep, savory flavors to your table. Combining the smokiness of chipotle peppers with the aromatic base of sautéed onions and garlic, this sauce offers a complex flavor profile that is both comforting and exciting. The texture is smooth and rich, achieved by blending the cooked ingredients into a fine paste. ItâÂÂs an excellent accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a dipping sauce for chips and spring rolls. The heat level is adjustable, allowing you to customize the spice to suit your preference, making it a reliable recipe for everyday cooking and special occasions alike.
Fried Sauce
Description
This "Fried Sauce" is a versatile, international-inspired condiment that brings deep, savory flavors to your table. Combining the smokiness of chipotle peppers with the aromatic base of saut&# 195;©ed onions and garlic, this sauce offers a complex flavor profile that is both comforting and exciting. The texture is smooth and rich, achieved by blending the cooked ingredients into a fine paste. ItâÂÂs an excellent accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a dipping sauce for chips and spring rolls. The heat level is adjustable, allowing you to customize the spice to suit your preference, making it a reliable recipe for everyday cooking and special occasions alike.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
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Add the onion and a pinch of salt to the hot oil.
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Sauté the onion over very low heat for 5 minutes, until translucent.
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Add the garlic and sauté for a further 1-2 minutes over very low heat to soften, being careful not to burn it.
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Add all remaining base ingredients (excluding coriander) to the pan.
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Stir to combine and gently fry for 3-4 minutes until warm.
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Transfer the mixture to a food processor and blitz for 3 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed, until reduced to a fine texture.
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Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to stiffen.
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Place 3 chipotle chilies and the sauce ingredients into a blender and blitz to a fine paste.
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Taste the sauce to check the heat level and adjust salt if necessary.
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Add further chilies one at a time, blending and tasting between each addition, until desired heat is reached.
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Press the mixture through a sieve into a saucepan, discarding the solids in the sieve.
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To serve, gently warm the sauce in the pan over very low heat.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 95.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10.8g17%
- Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.0mg0%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. The flavors will deepen as it sits.
For a milder version, use fewer chipotle chilies or remove the seeds before blending. For extra heat, add more chilies or a dash of hot sauce.
This sauce pairs well with grilled chicken, fish tacos, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for fried foods.
If the sauce is too thick after refrigeration, add a splash of vegetable stock or water to reach the desired consistency.
