Sweet and Spicy Honey Grilling Sauce

Sweet and Spicy Grilling Sauce

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Description

If you’re like us and enjoy the bounty of fresh honey from your own beehives, this Sweet and Spicy Grilling Sauce will quickly become a favorite! Perfectly balanced with a touch of sweetness from honey and a hint of heat from chili sauce, it’s a fantastic choice for brushing onto grilled meats or using as a zesty dipping sauce. Even if you don’t keep bees, the rich, golden sweetness of honey is worth buying for this delectable recipe.

Ingredients

1 onion, finely minced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

Prepare the Aromatics: Begin by finely mincing the onion and garlic. You can use a mini food processor for a quick and even mince or do it by hand if you prefer.
Sauté the Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced onion and garlic to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes tender and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Combine Ingredients: Stir in the chili sauce, honey, salt, ground allspice, ground ginger, and ground nutmeg. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
Heat the Sauce: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently. Once it starts to boil, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together and intensify.
Adjust Consistency (Optional): If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can puree it using an immersion blender or transfer it to a regular blender. Blend until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Apply the Sauce: Brush the sauce generously on beef, chicken, pork, or even shrimp during the last 10 minutes of grilling. This will give your meat a glossy, flavorful coating.
Serve as a Dip: For an extra touch of flavor, reserve 1/4 cup of the sauce before brushing it on the meats. Serve this reserved portion on the side as a delicious dipping sauce for extra enjoyment.

Yield

Approximately 1 cup of sauce

Nutritional Information (per serving, approximate)

Calories: 726.4
Fat: 27.9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 3000.4mg
Carbohydrates: 117.4g
Fiber: 11.1g
Sugar: 91.1g
Protein: 5.8g

Keywords

Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Under 15 Minutes

Note

This versatile sauce not only enhances the flavor of grilled meats but also adds a unique touch to vegetables or tofu. Whether used as a glaze or a dipping sauce, it’s sure to impress your family and friends with its sweet and spicy kick. Enjoy grilling season with this deliciously easy-to-make sauce that brings a touch of homemade charm to your outdoor meals.