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Robert St. John

Restaurateur, author, enthusiastic traveler, & world-class eater.

Sweet Chili Sauce

Ingredients

Juice of 1 fresh lime

1/4 cup soy sauce

1/4 cup water

1 cup sweet chili sauce

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 clove garlic, finely minced

2 teaspoons finely minced fresh ginger

1 tablespoon minced green onions (green part only)

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 8 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature before using. Refrigerate any unused portions.

Makes about 1 1/2 cups.

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