Easy & Tasty McDonald's Sweet Chili Sauce Recipe

McDonald’s has been serving yummy chicken McNuggets for decades now. They’re very popular among kids for their happy meals, but they grabbed the attention of others in February 2010. To pay tribute to the Olympic Winter Games, they introduced a sweet chili sauce to their menu, an Asian-inspired sauce.

The dipping sauce is best paired with chicken nuggets because it gives the food a sweet yet spicy flavor. It is also a healthier option than ketchup. You can also pair this sauce with other foods because it is a condiment to add flavor.

The sauce recipe has been a secret, but try our McDonald’s sweet chili sauce recipe if you want to make it. It’s truly incredible!

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How to Make McDonald’s Sweet Chili Sauce

McDonald’s sweet chili sauce is a fan favorite, and people want to make this delicious sauce at home. But, usually, homemade sauces don’t taste that good due to incorrect recipes or making processes.

You have nothing to worry about here! Because you can make our copycat sauce recipe easily and quickly with a handful of spices and ingredients. Then you can pair it with any deep-fried food your heart desires.

Moreover, this is the perfect recipe for you if you are looking for a healthier alternative to tomato ketchup. We won’t make you wait anymore. Let’s get to making some sauce!

Ingredients

All you need are the following ingredients for this recipe:

2 tbsp and 2 tsp of White Vinegar
2 tbsp of Water
6 tbsp of Sugar
¼ tsp of Standard Salt
¼ tsp of Garlic Salt
A pinch of Cayenne Pepper
2 tsp of Cornstarch
2 tsp of Chili Sauce
¼ cup of Light Corn Syrup

Instructions

You will never believe how straightforward and easy to do these steps are! It is just a four-step recipe that will take you a prep time of 10 minutes in total or even less.

Step 1: Combine white vinegar and water in a small bowl. Then add cornstarch and mix it well.

Step 2: Now, take a saucepan and put it on the stove over medium heat. Pour the cornstarch solution and add the remaining ingredients: salts, cayenne pepper, chili sauce, corn syrup, and sugar.

Step 3: Mix everything together and stir it for 1 or 2 minutes. Bring the mixture to a full boil and then immediately turn off the heat.

Step 4: Don’t take your saucepan off the stove. Let it sit there to cool down. You don’t need to cover the saucepan. The sauce will thicken up and give you that glazy, sweet chili sauce consistency as it cools down.

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Making McDonald’s Mighty Hot Sauce

We love spicy food! Even with all the hype about the sweet chili sauce, we prefer the mighty hot sauce because of its perfect blend of spice and flavor. If you want to try it for once, you can check out this recipe.

It uses all the ingredients you may already have in your kitchen pantry, and you can quickly make it in about 15 minutes or so before any family gatherings or parties. Not everyone will like the heat, but it will add an extra kick to the main and side dishes.

Ingredients

1 pinch of Garlic Powder
1 pinch of Onion Powder
1 pinch of Mustard Powder
½ tsp of Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
¼ tsp of Paprika
1 tsp of Cornstarch
1 tbsp of Water
½ cup of Franks Hot Sauce
4 tbsp of Apples, Oranges, Apricot, or Pear Jam

Making Procedure

You will need a small pot, and then add apricot jam, red pepper flakes, paprika, and hot sauce to it.
Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Set the cornstarch slurry mixture aside.
Now, heat the pot with the ingredients on medium heat, and then add the cornstarch slurry. Mix everything well and keep whisking for 1 to 2 minutes until it comes to a boil.
Now, turn off the heat and keep whisking the mixture until it thickens.
Then, let it cool down for 15 to 20 minutes to get your mighty hot sauce.

What Goes Best with McDonald’s Hot Sauce?

If you are a spice lover, you definitely love McDonald’s mighty hot sauce. It gives a great flavor to the food and adds quite a bit of a kick to it.

Dishes that go best with sweet chili sauce & hot sauce

We have come up with a whole list of food items that the sauces complement. We guarantee you that the combination pairs well.

Dishes that are complemented:

Crab Rangoons
Hot wings
Wonton
Grilled Chicken
Egg Roll
Spring Roll
Sizzling Prawns
Exotic Potato Salads
Nuggets
Fried Chicken
Pasta
Spaghetti
Prawn Tempura
Meat Balls
Black Beans

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Does McDonald’s still have sweet chili sauce?

Unfortunately, McDonald’s has stopped making their iconic sweet chili sauce. They are focusing on replacing it with fruits and salads to make their restaurant chain healthier and more incorporative. Thank God you have this recipe now!

2. What is McDonald’s BTS sauce meal?

You will be excited to know that McDonald’s has launched a BTS meal that contains sweet chili and cajun sauces. The BTS band members have actually picked out the sauces. Moreover, you will also get 10 pieces of nuggets with a drink. Sounds great, right?

3. Where can I find McDonald’s BTS sauce?

McDonald’s chain restaurant in South Korea is selling BTS sauce for a limited time. So, grab them while you can if you live in South Korea. But, unfortunately, all the BTS fans in the U.S. don’t have the chance to have it for themselves.

4. How can I make the new McDonald’s sauce?

McDonald’s has recently introduced their cajun sauce, which is an excellent blend of Dijon mustard and other spices. We love a good cajun sauce, and if you want, you can follow this recipe below:

Cajun Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon Ketchup
¼ cup Mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
1 tablespoon Hot Sauce
1 tablespoon Honey
¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
¼ teaspoon Onion Powder
½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
½ teaspoon Nutritional Yeast
Salt and Peppe, as needed

How to make: The recipe is very simple and quick. Just get a bowl and add all the ingredients together. Whisk everything until smooth and clump-free. Then, pour it into an airtight jar or container for storage. Your McDonald’s cajun sauce is ready to eat with nuggets and french fries.

Summary

McDonald’s sweet chili sauce may not be on the menu, but it’s in our memories. We made this recipe keeping the taste in mind and, of course, by always tasting the McDonald’s version of the sauce.

We will say that our copycat recipe is 95 percent identical to the original. It has all the right flavors and tones without overpowering with sweetness only. Just try making our recipe, and you will notice the deliciousness.

Moreover, we thought we would give you some bonus sauce recipes that go great with many items.

If you try any of the recipes, leave a comment! If you are looking for more recipes, our website has got it all. Just explore and get what you like.