Take your street food experience to the next level with this bold, addictive fish ball sauce thatβs perfect for dipping, drizzling, or drowning your favorite tusok-tusok treats! Whether itβs fish balls, kwek-kwek, squid balls, or kikiam, this sweet-spicy-garlicky sauce will make every bite burst with flavor.
Why This Sauce is a Must-Try:
π’ Versatile Dip β Perfect for fish balls, kwek-kwek, tokneneng, and more! πΆοΈ Adjustable Heat β Make it mild or extra spicy (add more chilies if you dare!) π₯ Flavor Explosion β Sweet, tangy, garlicky, and slightly thick for maximum cling π° Budget-Friendly β Uses pantry staples for authentic street food taste at home
Secrets to the Perfect Sauce:
βοΈ Use cornstarch (or flour) β For that ideal sticky consistency βοΈ Simmer garlic until golden β Deepens the savory base βοΈ Balance sweet & spicy β Start with less sugar/chili, then adjust to taste
How to Serve It Like a Pro:
π‘ Drizzle over fried goodies β The more sauce, the better! π§ Extra minced garlic β For pungent, aromatic goodness π Squeeze of calamansi β Adds a refreshing citrusy zing
Street Food Hack: Double the batch and store in a squeeze bottle for instant fishball cart vibes at home!
Love Filipino street food? Try our Homemade Fish Balls or Kwek-Kwek recipes next!
Fish balls sauce recipe is a sweet and spicy one-for-all sauce for fishballs, squidballs, kikiam, tokneneng, and kwek kwek, among other Filipino street foods.
Ingredients
2tbsp all-purpose flour
2tbsp brown sugar
2 red chili
1tbsp soy sauce
1tbsp garlic (minced)
1/2tsp salt
1cup water
pinch of ground pepper to taste
Instructions
1
Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan, except the red chili, and stir until the flour and sugar are dissolved.
2
Bring it to a simmer over medium heat while stirring continuously.
3
Add the chopped red chili and stir until the sauce thickens.
4
Transfer it to a bowl or a jar and allow it to cool down.
5
Serve and share!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
Amount Per Serving
% Daily Value *
Sodium251mg11%
Potassium10mg1%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
Dietary Fiber0.1g1%
Sugars1.5g
Protein0.3g1%
Iron 1 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Keywords:
Fish Balls Sauce Recipe, sauce, fishball sauce, street food,