10-Minute Honey Garlic Sauce: Jason’s Special

Jason from Wisconsin, this one’s for you! You asked for a quick stir-fry sauce that doesn’t come from a bottle, and we’ve got just the thing. This 10-Minute Honey Garlic Sauce is super easy to make and tastes way better than store-bought versions.

Say goodbye to those pre-made sauces cluttering up your fridge. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this tasty sauce in no time. It’s perfect for stir-fries, marinades, or as a dipping sauce. Give it a try and let us know what you think, Jason!

10-Minute Honey Garlic Sauce: Requested by Jason

This 10-Minute Honey Garlic Sauce is perfect for your homemade meals. It’s fast, easy, and way better than anything store-bought.

Here’s what you’ll love about it:

• Super quick to make
• Uses simple ingredients you probably have at home
• Tastes amazing on stir-fries, chicken, or even as a dipping sauce

The secret is in the blend of sweet honey, savory soy sauce, and plenty of fresh garlic. It’s a flavor combo that’ll make your taste buds dance!

You can whip this up while your main dish is cooking. Just mix, simmer, and you’re done. It’s that simple!

We hope this sauce helps you say goodbye to bottled sauces for good. Happy cooking, Jason!

Exact Ingredients List

Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this tasty honey garlic sauce:

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 7-8 cloves garlic (about 1 1/2 tablespoons), minced
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

You’ll use most of the garlic at the start, saving a bit for the end. This gives the sauce a fresh garlic kick.

Remember to mince the garlic finely. You can use a garlic press if you have one handy.

For best results, use low-sodium soy sauce. If you only have regular soy sauce, you might want to use a little less to avoid making the sauce too salty.

Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey and brown sugar to suit your taste.

Instructions

Here’s how to make this yummy honey garlic sauce:

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   Grab a small saucepan. Add soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, 5 cloves of minced garlic, and rice vinegar. Give it a good whisk.

   
   
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   In a separate bowl, mix water and cornstarch until smooth. Pour this into your saucepan.

   
   
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   Put the pan on medium heat. Keep whisking as you bring it to a boil.

   
   
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   Once it’s bubbling, turn the heat down a bit. Let it boil for 5 minutes, stirring now and then.

   
   
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   Take the pan off the heat. Add the rest of your minced garlic and stir it in.

   
   
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   Pour your sauce into a bowl or container. Let it cool a bit before you use it.

   
   

That’s it! You’ve just made a tasty sauce in no time. It’s perfect for stir-fries, as a dip, or to brush on grilled meats. Enjoy your homemade honey garlic sauce!

Possible Substitutes List & Recipe Variations

Want to switch things up? Here are some easy swaps you can make:

• Soy sauce → Tamari or coconut aminos
• Honey → Maple syrup or agave nectar
• Brown sugar → Coconut sugar or granulated sugar
• Rice vinegar → Apple cider vinegar or white vinegar

Try these fun variations to customize your sauce:

1. Spicy: Add 1-2 teaspoons of sriracha or red pepper flakes
2. Ginger: Grate in 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger
3. Citrus: Squeeze in juice from half a lemon or lime

You can also adjust the thickness of your sauce. For a thinner sauce, use less cornstarch. For a thicker sauce, add a bit more.

Remember, you can always taste and tweak as you go. Start with small amounts of new ingredients and adjust to your liking.

Got leftovers? Store your sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before using.

Tips, Tricks & Storing

Want to make the best honey garlic sauce? Here are some handy tips:

Use fresh garlic for the best flavor. Mince it yourself instead of buying pre-minced garlic.

For a smoother sauce, blend all ingredients except cornstarch before cooking. This helps mix everything evenly.

Try low-sodium soy sauce to control the salt level. You can always add more salt later if needed.

Store your sauce in an airtight container in the fridge. It will stay good for up to 2 weeks.

Before using stored sauce, give it a good stir. The ingredients may separate a bit in the fridge.

To reheat, warm gently on the stove or in short bursts in the microwave. Avoid high heat to prevent burning.

This sauce works great as a marinade too! Coat your meat or veggies and let sit for 30 minutes before cooking.

For extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the mix.