Glossy Honey Garlic Sauce
A silky, clinging sauce with sweet honey, pungent garlic, and umami soy that clings to chicken, vegetables, or rice. Ready in under 10 minutes—glossy and restaurant-worthy.
- Total time
- 8 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 138
- Protein
- 1g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Whisk cornstarch and water in a bowl until no lumps remain.
Step 2
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a small saucepan over medium until fragrant.
Step 3
Add garlic and stir constantly for 30 seconds until golden but not brown.
Step 4
Pour in honey and soy sauce, then add the cornstarch slurry while whisking.
Step 5
Simmer 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until glossy and thickened.
Step 6
Serve warm over chicken, vegetables, or rice.
Tools you’ll need
- small saucepan
- whisk
- bowl
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