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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
Glossy Honey Garlic Sauce
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Whisk cornstarch and water in a bowl until no lumps remain.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a small saucepan over medium until fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    Add garlic and stir constantly for 30 seconds until golden but not brown.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in honey and soy sauce, then add the cornstarch slurry while whisking.

  5. Step 5

    Simmer 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until glossy and thickened.

  6. Step 6

    Serve warm over chicken, vegetables, or rice.

Tools you’ll need

  • small saucepan
  • whisk
  • bowl

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