Description
Spicy honey garlic dipping sauce elevates any appetizer with its complex flavor profile. Korean and Mexican influences shine through this simple yet dynamic condiment that brings heat and sweetness to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (118 ml) honey
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) sriracha (or more for extra heat)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) apple cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) unsalted butter (for richness)
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) red pepper flakes (optional, for extra spice)
- ¼ tsp (1.25 ml) salt
Instructions
- Butter Melting: Position a petite saucepan over medium heat, allowing butter to transform into a shimmering golden liquid.
- Garlic Infusion: Incorporate minced garlic into the molten butter, vigorously stirring for 30 seconds until the kitchen fills with an enticing aroma and garlic becomes translucent.
- Sauce Composition: Stream honey, soy sauce, sriracha, red pepper flakes, vinegar, and salt into the saucepan, creating a vibrant crimson-hued concoction that will elevate any dish.
- Flavor Melding: Simmer the mixture, occasionally stirring, observing as the ingredients harmonize and develop a glossy texture for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to intertwine and intensify.
- Resting and Finishing: Remove the saucepan from heat, permitting the sauce to rest and thicken for an additional 1-2 minutes, resulting in a luxurious, velvety consistency perfect for drizzling or dipping.
Notes
- Control Butter Browning: Watch butter carefully to prevent burning; it should shimmer golden, not turn dark brown, which creates bitter flavors.
- Garlic Timing Matters: Stir garlic quickly and remove from heat immediately when it becomes translucent to prevent burning and maintain a sweet, mellow taste.
- Adjust Spice Levels: Customize heat by reducing or increasing sriracha and red pepper flakes according to personal tolerance; start conservatively and taste as you go.
- Storage and Shelf Life: Refrigerate sauce in an airtight container for up to 5 days; gently reheat or serve at room temperature to maintain smooth consistency.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Drinks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 119
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg