Vietnamese Chile Lemongrass Sate Sauce (Tương Ớt Sa Tế)
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
16 tablespoons
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Calories
133 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Condiments
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Cuisine
Asian, Vietnamese
Vietnamese Chile Lemongrass Sate Sauce (Tương Ớt Sa Tế)
Description
The sauce preparation begins by gently heating neutral oil over medium-low heat. Finely chopped lemongrass is added first to infuse the oil for about five minutes, followed by minced garlic to build savory depth with continued gentle heating. Fresh red chiles are then stirred in, maintaining a careful heat level to avoid burning, which could impart bitterness. Next, red chile flakes are included to add further heat and texture, with the mixture simmered evenly to blend flavors thoroughly.
Salt is added to taste to enhance the seasoning. Once completed, the sauce is cooled before storage. Adding a thin oil layer on top helps preserve the sauce's shelf life by limiting air exposure. This sate sauce brings complex spice, citrusy lemongrass aroma, and garlicky brightness, making it a versatile condiment for Vietnamese dishes, dipping, or cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup neutral oil like canola
- 1 head garlic minced
- ½ cup lemongrass finely chopped
- ½ cup red chile Thai or Birds Eye recommended, fresh, finely chopped
- ¼ cup chile flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat 1 cup oil on medium low heat
- When oil comes to temperature, add lemongrass and let it heat for about 5 minutes
- Add garlic and continue to heat for about 10 minutes
- Add fresh chiles and stir. Continue to let mixture heat for another 10 minutes, being careful not to burn the ingredients.
- Add chile flakes and heat for another 10 minutes
- Add salt to taste, and cool before jarring
- Add a thin layer of extra oil on top to keep sate fresh longer.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16tablespoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 133 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 16tablespoon | |
| Calories | 133kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.2g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.7g | 1% |
| Fat | 14.2g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Sodium | 82.5mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 34.4mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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