Ingredients and Weight:
- Honey: 1/2 cup (125 ml)
- Garlic: 8 cloves, crushed
- Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Water: 1/4 cup (60 ml) (if needed to adjust consistency)
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a small saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat.
- Add the crushed garlic and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant and slightly golden.
- Stir in the honey and let it melt.
- Pour in the chicken broth or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Once the mixture starts boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add the rice vinegar, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- If the sauce is too thick, add water a little by little until you reach the desired consistency.
- Simmer for another minute or two, then remove from heat and let it cool.
- Once cooled, transfer the sauce to a bottle or container and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming the sauce is divided into 8 equal parts)
Calories: 140 kcal
Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 140mg (from chicken broth or vegetable broth and soy sauce)
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and sweet flavor from honey and garlic
- Thick and viscous texture
- Perfect as a dipping sauce for meats or vegetables, or as a flavor enhancer for stir-fries and roasts
- Suitable for American taste due to its sweet and savory balance
User Comments:
- "This homemade honey garlic sauce is amazing! It's so flavorful and goes great with grilled chicken."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make. The flavor is spot on and it's perfect for my Asian-inspired dishes."
- "This sauce is a great blend of sweet and spicy, exactly what I was looking for."
- "I used this sauce as a dipping sauce for my stir-fry vegetables and it was a hit! Highly recommend."
- "Made this for my family and they loved it! Will definitely make it again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to burn the garlic when cooking, as it can leave a bitter taste. Golden color is ideal.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference, adding more honey for sweetness or more vinegar for tanginess.
- This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, but its flavor is best when used within a few days of making it.
