Step 1

Add fresh chili and garlic to a spice grinder and blitz for a few seconds only. Leave some of the chunks intact for texture.

Step 2

Make the tapioca slurry. Add 1 tablespoon of starch with 2 tablespoons of water, mix until dissolved, and set aside.

Step 3

Add the rest of the ingredients to a saucepan (not the slurry yet). Bring the sauce to a gentle boil on medium-high heat and stir often. About 4-5 minutes.

Step 4

Lower the temperature to medium heat and add the tapioca slurry. Stir in well and cook until the sauce thickens. About 3-4 minutes. If it doesn't thicken enough for you, add a little extra cornstarch mixture and stir well. It will thicken as it sits too.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let cool. You now have yourself an authentic sweet chili sauce! Add thinly sliced carrots and cilantro to garnish for extra crunch and flavor. Enjoy your favorite appetizers!