Yields approx. ½ cup

This sauce is an ideal dip for any type of meat. I always have a jar of chili-garlic sauce in the pantry. You can find it in almost any grocery store these days, either in the Asian department or in specialty foods.

Sweet-and-Sour Dipping Sauce

½ cup white vinegar

1 cup sugar

½ teaspoon salt

1 heaping tablespoon prepared chili-garlic sauce

  1. 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.
  2. Stir in the chili sauce and remove from heat. Let cool to room temperature before serving.