Homemade Green Chilli Sauce – Fresh Taste in Minutes

Green Chilli Sauce is a fiery, tangy condiment that adds a delightful kick to snacks, sandwiches, noodles, and much more. 

Making this sauce at home is surprisingly simple, relying on fresh ingredients and straightforward steps to deliver an irresistible blend of heat and flavor. 

Whether you love a medium level of spice or prefer it extra hot, this recipe can be easily customized to suit your taste buds.

Why Make Green Chilli Sauce at Home?

Store-bought sauces often come loaded with preservatives and artificial flavors. Homemade green chilli sauce not only tastes far fresher but also allows you to control the spice intensity and ingredients quality. 

It’s versatile and can brighten up everything from deep-fried snacks to stir-fries and even grilled meats. Plus, it’s preservative-free, healthy, and can last refrigerated for weeks.

Ingredients That Make the Difference

• Green Chillies: The star of this sauce, green chillies provide vibrant color and spiciness. You can use jalapeno, Thai bird’s eye, Indian green chillies, or a mix depending on your heat preference. Deseed for milder sauce.
• Onion & Garlic: These add sweetness, depth, and aromatic richness to balance the heat.
• Vinegar: Adds tanginess, balances flavors, and acts as a natural preservative to extend shelf life.
• Sugar & Salt: To regulate spiciness and bring out nuanced flavor layers.
• Oil & Spices: A little oil sautés the aromatics, while spices like cumin and coriander powder add warmth and complexity.

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Step-by-Step Homemade Green Chilli Sauce Recipe

1. Preparing the Chillies

Wash about 20-30 fresh green chillies and chop off the stems. For a milder sauce, remove the seeds carefully using gloves.

2. Sauté Aromatics

Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan and sauté 4 cloves of minced garlic and a medium chopped onion until golden and fragrant.

3. Add Chillies and Simmer

Add the chopped chillies, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons sugar, and about ¼ cup water. Cover and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes until the chillies soften completely.

4. Blend to Smooth

Let this mixture cool slightly, then transfer it to a blender. Add ½ cup white vinegar and blend until smooth. Avoid adding extra water here to maintain sauce thickness and shelf-life.

5. Final Tempering of your Green Chilli Sauce

In the same pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil with a pinch of hing (asafoetida), ¼ teaspoon cumin powder, and ½ teaspoon coriander powder. Pour in the blended sauce and sauté for 2 minutes to marry the flavors.

6. Store and Enjoy

Cool the sauce completely before storing in an airtight glass jar. Keep refrigerated, and it stays fresh for up to 2-3 months. Use as a dip for momos, pakoras, sandwiches, or drizzled over noodles and rice dishes.

Tips to Perfect Your Sauce

• Use fresh, firm chillies for the best flavor and color.
• Adjust spice by choosing chillies accordingly or removing seeds.
• Vinegar or lemon juice preserves and brightens the sauce. Apple cider vinegar gives a milder tang compared to white vinegar.
• Clean, dry utensils and jars prevent spoilage.
• Let the sauce rest for a day before use to develop a fuller flavor.
• Add a little soy sauce or spring onion whites for extra umami if desired.

How to Use Green Chilli Sauce?

This vibrant sauce pairs beautifully with Asian dishes like fried rice, spring rolls, and manchurian. It also works as a zesty spread on burgers or sandwiches and adds a punch to grilled chicken or seafood marinades. The mild sweet and sour notes balance spicy heat, creating a perfect flavor harmony.

Serving Suggestions

Recommend pairing ideas based on cuisines:

• As a dip for Indian snacks like samosas, pakoras, or bhel puri (murmura)
• Alongside Southeast Asian dishes such as spring rolls and fried rice
• As a tangy topping on grilled meats and roasted vegetables
• Mixed into mayonnaise or yogurt for a spicy spread or dip

Storage and Shelf Life of Green Chilli Sauce

Explain how best to prolong shelf life:

• Always use a clean spoon to avoid contamination.
• Store the sauce in sterilized, airtight glass jars.
• Refrigerate to keep the sauce fresh and flavorful for up to 2-3 months.
• Mention how freezing portions can extend life up to 6 months without flavor loss.

FAQs

Q: How to reduce the heat of green chilli sauce?
Remove seeds and membranes from chillies before cooking or use milder green chillies.

Q: Can I freeze the sauce?
Yes, freezing in portions works well and helps extend shelf life beyond a few months.

Q: Is this sauce vegan?
Absolutely, it contains only plant-based ingredients.

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Homemade Green Chilli Sauce Recipe | Easy & Spicy Flavor

Bhumika Kaushal

A vibrant, tangy, and spicy homemade green chili sauce that's perfect as a dipping condiment for snacks like peri-peri fries, samosas, or pakoras.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Condiment / Side Dish, Sauce, Snack

Cuisine fusion, global, Indian

Servings 4 people

Equipment

• 1 Blender or Food Processor Essential for achieving a smooth, blended sauce consistency.
• 1 Small Saucepan Only needed if you choose to lightly sauté the onions and garlic.
• 1 Cutting Board and Knife For prepping the fresh ingredients.

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup fresh Green Chillies such as Jalapeno or Serrano, stemmed. Deseed for a milder sauce.
• 1/2 medium Onion, roughly chopped
• 4-6 cloves Garlic
• 1/4 cup White Vinegar (or Apple Cider Vinegar)
• 1 tsp Salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 tsp Sugar (to balance the heat)
• 1 tbsp Oil (neutral oil like vegetable or canola)
• 1/2 tsp Cumin Powder (optional)
• 1/2 tsp Coriander Powder (optional)

Instructions

 

• Sauté Aromatics (Optional but Recommended): Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for 3-5 minutes until they soften slightly. This mellows their flavor.
• Blend the Sauce: Transfer the sautéed onion and garlic (if cooked) along with the green chillies, salt, sugar, vinegar, and optional cumin and coriander powder to a blender or food processor.
• Achieve Smoothness: Blend the mixture until it is completely smooth and the consistency you desire. Stop the machine occasionally to scrape down the sides. If the sauce is too thick, add water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency.
• Adjust and Serve: Taste the sauce and adjust the salt or sugar as needed. Transfer the sauce to an airtight container or a small serving bowl.
• Storage: The sauce can be served immediately or refrigerated in an airtight jar for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

• Finely blended, smooth green chilli sauce with fresh green chillies, garlic, and vinegar.
• Paste-like texture—perfect for dipping fries, samosas, pakoras, or as a spread for wraps and sandwiches.
• Homemade, preservative-free, and stays fresh in a clean glass jar for 2-3 months.
• Adjust spice by using milder chillies or removing seeds.
• Rest for one day before use to enhance flavor.
• Vegan-friendly and can be frozen in small portions.
• Pair with Asian snacks, grilled meats, or mix into sauces for extra heat.
• Always use clean utensils to preserve freshness and avoid spoilage.

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