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No Waste Strawberry Chilli Sauce: A Bold Flavour with Zero Guilt
No waste strawberry chilli sauce is the perfect answer to one of the food industry’s most pressing problems—kitchen waste. In commercial kitchens and even at home, leftover ingredients and bruised produce often end up in the bin. But what if we could turn those scraps into something exciting, bold, and utterly delicious?
According to Dubai Carbon, the UAE ranks among the world’s top nations for per capita waste generation. Roughly 38% of the food prepared daily in the emirate is wasted, which jumps to around 60% during Ramadan. The decomposition process of food waste emits methane gas, which is reportedly 25 times more damaging than CO2.
Food amounts to 40% of the average household bin, whereas many options exist to manage excess food better.
A Recipe That Reduces Waste and Delivers Big Flavour
This zero-waste chilli sauce was originally shared by the forward-thinkers at Natoora, and we tried it with freshly baked cornbread. The result? Mind-blowing.
Here’s how you can make it at home.
No Waste Strawberry Chilli Sauce – Recipe
Ingredients:
1kg overripe or bruised strawberries (macerated with 100g sugar or raw honey)
2kg red chillies
1 white onion
100g fresh basil
Enough water to cover
Salt at 3% of total weight (including water)
Method:
Combine the strawberries, chillies, onion, basil, and water in a container.
Weigh everything (including the water) and add 3% salt based on the total.
Let the mixture ferment for around 10 days at room temperature.
The onions will introduce a natural tang, similar to the effect of vinegar.
After fermentation, strain the liquid and blend the solids until smooth.
Add the strained liquid back gradually until you reach your desired consistency.
Serving Suggestions
This strawberry chilli sauce is fantastic with:
Cornbread
Grilled vegetables
Cheese boards
Roast chicken or lamb
Tacos and flatbreads
It balances sweet, spicy, and tangy elements beautifully—and it uses up food that might otherwise go to waste.
Final Thoughts on No Waste Strawberry Chilli Sauce
Using surplus produce creatively is a simple, effective step toward sustainability. This no waste strawberry chilli saucerecipe proves that environmental action can be just as satisfying for the taste buds.
Instead of throwing out overripe fruit, try transforming it into something spectacular. With recipes like this, reducing food waste becomes a delicious habit.
Author:
Princess Bee Honey Co.
