Instructions: In a blender or food processor, finely chop garlic, onion and chilies.

Heat oil in a saucepan. Add onion mixture and ginger and cook gently 3 minutes. Add tomatoes and break up with a spoon. Stir in raisins, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar and water.

Bring to a boil. reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes, uncovered. Process in a blender or food processor to desired consistency. Reheat and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley sprig, if desired.

Makes 2-1/2 cups.

NOTE: Serve hot with grilled steak, fried chicken or grilled whitefish.

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