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Filipino Spiced Vinegar (Sinamak)

4.50 from 6 votes
Sinamak is a delicious vinegar-based condiment to pair with grilled or fried seafood, white meats, or vegetables. The more you wait, the better it tastes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinade Time 3 days
Total Time 3 days 15 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Asian, Filipino
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup birds eye or thai chili peppers
  • 1 head garlic peeled
  • 1 whole ginger sliced
  • 5 pieces dried mango
  • 1 tbsp whole black peppercorns
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 3 cups white cane vinegar

Equipment

  • mason jar or long neck bottle

Method
 

  1. Combine all ingredients in the airtight mason jar or long neck bottle.
  2. Shake gently, then store in a dark, cool place for at least 3 days.
  3. When you are ready to eat it, place some in a serving bowl and return the jar back to its dark, cool storage. Serve by itself or mix a spoonful with soy sauce or fish sauce.

Notes

  • The longer it sits, the spicier it gets.
  • If properly stored, this sauce has a shelf life of about 2 years, so make sure to keep it labeled with the expiration date.
  • Eat with meat or seafood, grilled or fried!