Lumpia Sauce for Fresh Filipino Lumpia

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, pepper, and salt.
2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove from heat and let cool.
5. Transfer to a dipping bowl or container and serve with freshly made Lumpia.

Interesting Facts

• Lumpia is a popular Filipino snack, similar to egg rolls.
• The Lumpia sauce is also known as Sweet and Sour sauce.
• The sauce can also be used as a marinade for chicken or pork.