Finadene Recipe (Chamorro Hot Sauce)

Finadene is a classic Chamorro sauce made with soy sauce, acid, onion, and hot peppers. It is an essential Guam table condiment, so adding it helps the site cover not only mains but also the sauces that make island plates feel complete.

If you enjoy this style of Pacific cooking, you may also want to try Guam red rice, kelaguen chicken.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 hot chilies, sliced
• 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

1. Combine the soy sauce, vinegar, and lemon juice in a bowl.
2. Add the chopped onion, chilies, and green onion.
3. Stir well and let the sauce sit briefly before serving.

Helpful Tips

• Use more or fewer chilies depending on the heat level you want.
• The sauce tastes even better after the onion sits in the liquid for a short time.
• Serve it with grilled meats, seafood, or rice.

FAQ

What does finadene taste like?

It is salty, tangy, sharp, and spicy.

How is finadene used?

It is spooned over meats, seafood, vegetables, and rice dishes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrient	Amount per Serving
Serving Size	2 tablespoons
Calories	12 kcal
Fat	0 g
Saturated Fat	0 g
Carbohydrates	2 g
Protein	1 g
Sodium	420 mg
Cholesterol	0 mg