Step by step

Method

5 steps

1. 1

   Cook sugar in dry saucepan without stirring until it begins to melt.

2. 2

   Over very low heat, stir occasionally with a fork and continue cooking until all sugar is melted and it's just starting to turn a very light caramel brown (not dark brown).

3. 3

   Add water - it will bubble and sizzle a lot! Use caution and cook and whisk constantly over very low heat until caramel is dissolved in the water.

4. 4

   Whisk in cocoa and salt until dissolved.

5. 5

   Transfer to a bowl to cool, stir it occasionally. Taste for salt and serve when it looks done.