A delightful sweet and sour glaze perfect for enhancing your favorite dishes.
In a saucepan, combine the water, sugar, rice vinegar, diced red bell pepper, and salt.
Dice the bell pepper finely to ensure it softens evenly.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
Stir occasionally to prevent the sugar from sticking to the bottom.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with warm water until smooth.
Ensure there are no lumps in the cornstarch mixture for a smooth sauce.
Gradually add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Add the thickener slowly to avoid clumping and achieve a smooth texture.
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
The sauce will thicken further as it cools, so consider this when deciding on the final consistency.