Old Sour - Hot and Sour Pepper Sauce

Wash and chop the fresh hot peppers, removing seeds for less heat if desired.

Peel and finely chop the garlic and ginger.

In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, and soy sauce over medium heat.

Add the chopped hot peppers, garlic, ginger, sugar, and salt to the saucepan.

Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally for 5-7 minutes.

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry.

Add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.

Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly.

Finely chop the green onions and add them to the sauce.

Stir in lime juice and sesame oil for added flavor.

Grate or finely chop the carrots and bell peppers, then mix them into the sauce.

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or sugar as needed.

Transfer the sauce to a sterilized jar for storage.

Refrigerate the sauce for at least 24 hours before using to enhance the flavors.

Serve as a condiment with grilled meats, seafood, or stir-fried dishes.

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