Nut-Free Schezwan Sauce

Spice up your meals with this easy, homemade Nut-Free Schezwan Sauce, a bold and zesty condiment that’s perfect for those with nut allergies. Packed with the fiery heat of dried red chilies, the zing of garlic and ginger, and a tangy touch of rice vinegar, this versatile sauce is free of common allergens without compromising on flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe combines simple pantry staples like soy sauce and tomato paste to create a thick, aromatic sauce with just the right balance of heat, tang, and sweetness. Use it as a dip, stir-fry base, or marinade, and bring authentic Schezwan flair to your favorite dishes—all without the worry of nuts.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 15 pieces Dried red chilies
• 1 cup Hot water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, ground

Directions

Step 1

1. Remove the stems and seeds from the dried red chilies.

Step 2

2. Soak the chilies in hot water for about 15 minutes until they soften.

Step 3

3. Drain the chilies and blend them into a smooth paste using a little of the soaking water if needed.

Step 4

4. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 5

5. Add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

6. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent.

Step 7

7. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

8. Add the blended chili paste to the pan and mix well.

Step 9

9. Incorporate the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper.

Step 10

10. Cook the sauce on low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring often until it thickens.

Step 11

11. Allow the sauce to cool before storing it in an airtight container or serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	516.8 grams (516.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	455

Total Fat 28.20g	36%
Saturated Fat 4.10g	21%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2386mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 50.60g	18%
Dietary Fiber 11.60g	41%
Total Sugars 14.90g
Protein 11.30g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 132mg	10%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 1173mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.6%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 40.4%