Thai Sweet Chili Sauce - Homemade - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon garlic, minced (5-6 cloves)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon cornstarch (for thinner up to a tablespoon for thick)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger (optional)

Preparation

In a pot over medium-high heat mix the 1/4 cup water, rice vinegar and sugar; when mixture starts to boil, add the garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring the boil down to a simmer and let it simmer for another couple of minutes (this will make sure all the flavors get infused).
Add the Sriracha and ginger if using.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and tablespoon of water until the cornstarch is dissolved.
Bring the sauce to a low boil again and add the salt and cornstarch/water mixture.
The sauce will begin to thicken up immediately. Cook, while stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches desired thickness, about 3-5 minutes.
Let the sauce cool and then use as a dipping sauce or store in refrigerator till ready to use. **Storing does cause it to loss heat so recommend eating the same day if you like the heat**.