This sweet, spicy sauce is great for dipping raw or grilled vegetables, over rice or for stir-frys.
- ½ cup tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- tablespoons shallots, finely minced
- ½ teaspoon ginger, minced (optional)
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
Mix all ingredients in a saucepan. Simmer over low heat about 15 minutes. Let cool.