How To Make Thai-Style Sweet Chili Sauce

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Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 20 minutes

Total: 30 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
2 teaspoons sambal oelek (Thai chili paste)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, water, sugar, fish sauce, garlic, ginger, and chili paste.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
In a separate bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until no lumps remain.
Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan, stirring constantly.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
Remove from heat and let cool. Transfer to a jar or bottle for storage.