Chinese Sweet and Sour Sauce

Ingredients:
1/2 cup ketchup
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Directions: