1.   During the brewing process all the sugar turns into alcohol.

2.   Heat gently to dissolve the sugar, then boil again quickly until the sugar turns golden.

3.   Boil over high heat until the sugar turns a rich caramel color.

4.   Even though the glaze is not terribly sweet, the sugar does turn grilling into something of a challenge.

5.   If the sugar turns black and begins to smoke on your first try at making caramel, it is burned.

6.   The sugar should turn golden brown before being mixed with the coconut milk to form a rich, but simple sauce.

7.   In a heavy stainless steel saucepan, put in sugar and cook without stirring over medium heat until sugar turns golden brown.