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Ingredients

1 Tbs Oil
1 large clove Garlic, peeled and chopped
1 lb Italian Plums, rinsed, pitted, and cut into large
chunks
2 Tbs Soy sauce
1 Tbs Rice vinegar
1 Tbs Ginger preserves or Ginger spread
1/2 tsp Chinese five-spice powder

Instructions

Heat the oil in a small or medium saucepan. Add the garlic and saute for about 30 seconds. Add the
plums, soy sauce, vinegar, preserves, and five-spice powder. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until plums
soften and begin to disintegrate, about 10 minutes. Mash any remaining large pieces of plum with a
spoon, stir and serve warm or at room temperature. Variation: If you prefer a smooth sauce to a chunky one, puree the finished sauce with an immersion or regular blender. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.

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