Sweet-and-Sour Dipping Sauce

½ cup white vinegar

1 cup sugar

½ teaspoon salt

1 heaping tablespoon prepared chili-garlic sauce

  • Combine the vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • Stir in the chili sauce and remove from heat. Let cool to room temperature before serving.

Yields approx. 1½ cups

You can vary the sweet and sour of this recipe by playing with the amount of sugar and/or chili sauce. Or you can substitute different brands or types of chili sauce — even Cajun or Jamaican!

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