¼ cup light corn syrup
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
3 tablespoons jarred Hoisin sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons minced candied ginger
2 tablespoons bourbon
½ teaspoon 5-spice powder
1 whole star anise
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons liquid red food coloring
2 tablespoons corn starch
2 tablespoons water
Place all ingredients except the corn starch and water in a medium sauce pan and bring to a boil. In a separate bowl, mix the corn starch and water to form a slurry and slowly add to the hot liquid while whisking. Reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes. Cool and refrigerate until needed for ribs, chicken or any other meats.