Sweet Thai Dipping Sauce

INGREDIENTS:

3 tablespoons hot ground chili paste

2 teaspoons minced garlic

1/2 cup rice wine vinegar

2/3 cup water

2/3 cup sugar

1 teaspoon salt

4 teaspoons cornstarch

Combine everything, except cilantro, in a small sauce pan and mix. Once blended, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.