Rinse the fermented black beans with water, and let them drain.
Mince the garlic and ginger finely.
Heat the sesame oil in a saucepan, and sauté the garlic, ginger, and black beans until fragrant.
Add the soy sauce, water, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and chili flakes. Stir to combine, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Mix the cornstarch with a little water to form a slurry, and add it to the sauce to thicken.
Serve with stir-fried vegetables, rice, or noodles.
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