Name: Honey Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 13 min
Cuisine: asian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup honey (For sweetness and sticky finish); 1/4 cup soy sauce (Regular or low sodium for salty depth); 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar (To prevent the sauce from tasting flat); 2 tablespoons water (To loosen it while it simmers); 2-4 cloves garlic, minced (Adjust based on preference for garlicky flavor); 1 teaspoon cornstarch (Optional but recommended for thickening); 1 teaspoon sesame oil (A few drops at the end for aroma); 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional for a little heat)

Description

This homemade honey garlic sauce is a quick and easy weeknight solution that adds sticky, sweet, and savory flavors to chicken and other dishes.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1/2 cup honey (For sweetness and sticky finish)
1/4 cup soy sauce (Regular or low sodium for salty depth)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar (To prevent the sauce from tasting flat)
2 tablespoons water (To loosen it while it simmers)
2-4 cloves garlic, minced (Adjust based on preference for garlicky flavor)
1 teaspoon cornstarch (Optional but recommended for thickening)
1 teaspoon sesame oil (A few drops at the end for aroma)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional for a little heat)

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Instructions

Preparation

In a small saucepan, add honey, soy sauce, vinegar, water, and minced garlic.
Set it over medium heat and stir until it looks combined and starts to bubble gently.
Let it simmer for about 2 to 3 minutes so the garlic softens and the flavors meld.
If you want it thick and glossy, add your cornstarch slurry while stirring.
Turn off the heat and stir in a few drops of sesame oil if using.

Notes

Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze in small portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently with a splash of water if it thickens too much.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Category: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: asian