Thai Dipping Sauce With Green Tea

1 Teaspoon Canola Oil

1 Small Fresh Red Chile Pepper, Minced

2 Cloves Garlic, Minced

1/2 Cup Brewed Green Tea

1 Tablespoon Honey

1/4 Cup Rice Vinegar

1 Tablespoon Fish Sauce

Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the chile and garlic and saute' untill fragrant for about 30 seconds. Add the green tea, honey, vinegar, and fish sauce. Bring to boil, and remove from heat. Let the sauce cool. Use immediately or store in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Makes 1 cup.

Source: Cooking with Green Tea