Learn how to make the best homemade honey garlic sauce with this easy recipe. This sweet and savory sauce is perfect for marinating, dipping, or drizzling over your favorite dishes. Made with simple ingredients, this sauce is bursting with flavor and can be customized to your taste preferences. Impress your family and friends with this irresistible homemade sauce that will elevate any meal.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and water until dissolved.
- Heat a saucepan over medium heat and pour in the honey mixture.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and gradually stir in the cornstarch mixture.
- Continue stirring until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce cool before transferring to a jar or container.
- The honey garlic sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Interesting Facts
Honey garlic sauce is a popular condiment that originated in Canada.
You can adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more or less honey.
This sauce pairs well with meats, vegetables, and even as a dipping sauce for appetizers.