rough chop shallots, garlic, and ginger

Slick bottom of kitchen pot with sesame oil. Bring pot up on med-high heat.

Caramelize shallots, garlic, and ginger on med heat.

Deglaze pot with mirin, add soy sauce. Reduce to 75%

Add cognac then demi. Reduce on med-low heat until 15% of liquid remains. Pull of heat.