Soy Honey Sauce
A glossy, perfectly balanced sweet and savory glaze that elevates everything from roasted chicken to stir-fried noodles.
Ingredients
- •1/2 cup soy sauce (120ml)
- •1/3 cup honey (110g)
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- •1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- •1 tablespoon sesame oil
- •1 teaspoon cornstarch
- •1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry, and set aside.
- 2
In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil over medium heat.
- 3
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to ensure the honey dissolves completely.
- 4
Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- 5
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly before using as a glaze or dipping sauce.
💡 Chef tips
- Store leftover sauce in an airtight glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a teaspoon of sriracha along with the garlic and ginger.
- Ensure you whisk the cornstarch with cold water first to prevent lumps from forming in the warm sauce.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished sauce should be deeply glossy, rich in savory-sweet umami flavors with a hint of garlic and ginger, and thick enough to coat a spoon cleanly.