Description
This Honey Garlic Pepper Sauce is a quick, easy, and flavorful addition to your culinary repertoire. With its perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and savory notes, it can transform everyday meals into something extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by pouring the honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard into a small saucepan. Set the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture until it’s smooth and well blended. This step creates a delicious base for your sauce that balances sweetness and acidity—two essential components that enhance the overall flavor.
- Once the base is ready, incorporate the olive oil into the saucepan, followed by the minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, black pepper, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt. Continue to stir the mixture, allowing the garlic to infuse its aromatic flavor while the sauce simmers. The combination of spices adds depth, while the garlic will release a fragrant aroma as it cooks.
- Allow the sauce to simmer for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. As it cooks, you’ll notice the sauce thickens slightly, becoming rich and flavorful. This step is essential for achieving the right consistency—one that will coat your meat or veggies beautifully. When the garlic becomes fragrant and the sauce has reached your desired thickness, it’s time to remove it from the heat.
- Let the sauce cool for about 2 minutes after removing it from the heat. If you prefer a smoother texture for your sauce, you can strain it through a fine mesh sieve. Alternatively, leaving it chunky will result in a heartier sauce with bursts of garlic flavor. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where it will stay fresh for up to a week.
Notes
Adjust sweetness by slightly decreasing the amount of honey if desired. Increase the garlic for a more pronounced flavor, or reduce it if you prefer a milder taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
Nutrition
- Calories: 60 per serving
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Protein: 0.2 g