1teaspoonCayenne Pepper or Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder
3tablespoonGarlic (finely minced)
1tablespoonSoy Sauce
1 1/2teaspoonsSalt
1/2cupVinegar ((Rice or Apple Cider))
1cupWater
3tablespoonChilli Paste ((See Note 1 & 2 - or Sambal Oelek or Red Chili flakes))
1tablespoonCorn Flour (or Cornstarch (See Note 3))
2tablespoonWater
Instructions
Add sugar, cayenne, minced garlic, soy sauce, salt, vinegar, and 1 cup water to a saucepan and let it simmer (about 3-4 minutes), stirring occasionally till the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture reduces slightly.
Add the chilli paste and mix. Simmer again for 2-3 minutes.
Mix together corn flour and 2 tablespoons water in a bowl till no lumps exist and stir in this corn flour 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.
Serve immediately or cool completely and then transfer to a clean jar. Refrigerate for up to 4 weeks.