- What if it stays too thin?
- Cook longer over low heat to evaporate water, or add a pinch of cornstarch mixed with water.
Sweet & Tangy Pineapple Honey Glaze
This glaze is built on the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and sour flavors (umami). The caramelization of honey creates a thick, glossy coating, while the acidity of pineapple juice and the heat of ginger cut through the richness of fatty meats. An excellent choice for chicken or pork.
Ingredients
3
tbsp
Honey
1/2
cup
Pineapple Juice
1
tbsp
Brown Sugar
1
tbsp
Soy Sauce
1
tsp
Fresh Ginger
1
clove
Garlic
1
tsp
Lemon Juice
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Equipment Needed
- Small Saucepan: for cooking.
- Grater: for ginger and garlic.
- Whisk: for mixing.
Allergen Information
Wheat (in Soy Sauce)
Soy
Instructions
1
✓
Finely grate the garlic and ginger. Prepare the liquids.
Tip: Grating releases aromas from the cells, making the flavor much more intense than chopping.
2
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In a saucepan, whisk together the honey, pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic.
Tip: The molasses content in brown sugar gives the glaze a deeper color and flavor.
3
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Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
Tip: Sugar and honey lose water under heat and become syrup-like. (Reduction)
4
✓
At the end, stir in the lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
Tip: Always add acid at the end to preserve its freshness and prevent the aroma from cooking off.
5
✓
Let cool slightly before serving; it will thicken further.
Tip: As it cools, sugar molecules realign, increasing viscosity.
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Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Honey
- 1/2 cup Pineapple Juice
- 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tsp Fresh Ginger
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice