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Best Homemade Sriracha Sauce Recipe

Making your own sriracha sauce at home is easier than you might think, and the result is a spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet condiment that’s perfect for adding a kick to your meals. This recipe allows you to control the heat level and adjust the flavors to your liking.
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Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Saucepan
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Airtight jar or bottle for storage

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh red chili peppers stems removed
  • 5 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce optional for extra depth of flavor

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Chili Peppers:
  • Roughly chop the chili peppers and place them in a blender or food processor.
  • Add the garlic cloves to the blender.
  • Blend the Ingredients:
  • Add the white vinegar, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt to the blender.
  • Blend the mixture until smooth. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides to ensure everything is well-blended.
  • Cook the Sauce:
  • Pour the blended mixture into a saucepan.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add the fish sauce at this stage if desired for extra depth of flavor.
  • Strain the Sauce:
  • After simmering, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
  • Strain the sauce through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl, pressing down with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
  • Store the Sauce:
  • Pour the strained sauce into an airtight jar or bottle.
  • Let the sauce cool completely before sealing the container.
  • Fermentation (Optional):
  • For a more authentic sriracha flavor, you can let the sauce ferment. Leave the lid slightly ajar and let the sauce sit at room temperature for a few days, stirring daily. Once it reaches your desired taste, store it in the refrigerator.
  • Serve:
  • Your homemade sriracha sauce is ready to use! Enjoy it on eggs, noodles, sandwiches, and more.