Indonesian Chili Peanut Sauce

2 T Oil

1 t Garlic; minced

1/2 c Peanut butter

1/2 c stock or broth

2 T Cider vinegar

2 T Karo, light or dark

1 T Black soy sauce

2 T Sesame oil

1 x Red pepper; to taste

Heat oil in a pan; add garlic and saut? 30 seconds. Add peanut butter, and stir until blended. Add the rest of ingredients. Heat, stirring constantly with a whisk, until the sauce is smooth and just beginning to boil. Serve. Variation: Add 1/2 a very ripe, thoroughly mashed banana just before serving.