Thai Sweet Chili Sauce

Method

1. 1

   1. Add sugar, cayenne, minced garlic, soy sauce, salt, vinegar, and water to a saucepan and let it simmer (about 3-4 minutes), stirring occasionally till the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture reduces slightly.

2. 2

   2. Add the chilli paste and mix. Simmer again for 2-3 minutes.

3. 3

   3. Mix together cornflour and water in a bowl till no lumps exist and stir in this cornflour slurry into the sauce. Mix continuously till the sauce comes to a boil. Then reduce the heat and simmer till for 3-4 minutes till the sauce is thick, translucent and shiny. Turn off the flame.

4. 4

   4. Serve immediately or cool completely and then transfer to a clean jar. Refrigerate for up to 4 weeks.