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Schezwan Sauce

This Indo-Chinese fiery sauce that is a must-have on the side with Chinese appetisers. Chinese fare without this is unimaginable. The five spice powder is the highlight.

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Main ingredientsKashmiri dried red chillies, Reshampatti dried red chillies, Oil, Garlic, Ginger, Celery, Salt, Five spice powder, White vinegar, Dark soy sauce, Tomato ketchup, Sugar 
CuisineChinese
CourseSauce
Prep time2-3 hours
Cook time30-35 minutes
Serve
TasteSpicy
Level of cookingEasy
OthersVegetarian

Ingredients

Method

  1. Bring sufficient water in a wok, add Kashmiri dried red chillies and Reshampatti dried red chillies and boil for 4-5 minutes. Drain into a large bowl and allow to cool slightly.
  2. Transfer the boiled chillies into a mixer jar, add ½ cup water and grind to a coarse paste.  
  3. Heat oil in a wok, add garlic and ginger, mix and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add celery, mix well and saute for 1-2 minutes.  
  4. Add the ground paste, mix and sauté, stirring continuously for 5-10 minutes. 
  5. Add salt and five spice powder, mix well and saute for 3-4 minutes. 
  6. Add vinegar and dark soy sauce, mix well and cook stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes.   
  7. Add tomato ketchup and sugar and mix well and cook till oil separates. 
  8. Switch the heat off and allow to cool completely.
  9. Store in an air tight jar and serve when required. 
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