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Honey Garlic Sauce

A sweet, sticky, and savory homemade honey garlic sauce perfect as a glaze, dip, or marinade.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Sauces & Dips
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
Thickening & Finishing
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sesame oil optional
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes optional

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a saucepan and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add honey, soy sauce, and vinegar, then simmer for a few minutes.
  4. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened.
  5. Finish with sesame oil and chili flakes, then remove from heat.

Notes

Adjust sweetness or thickness to taste. Best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge.