Kittencal's Honey Garlic Sauce Recipe

Transform your favorite proteins with this irresistible Honey Garlic Sauce! Perfect for meatballs, ribs, chicken wings, and more, this easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. The sweet and savory flavor is balanced perfectly, with a hint of spice (optional!). Double the recipe for larger batches, but remember to adjust the garlic accordingly to avoid overpowering the other flavors. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 499.7 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 4.7 (48 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kittencal's Honey Garlic Sauce

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How to Make Kittencal's Honey Garlic Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup chicken broth and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until completely smooth.
  2. Add 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar to the bowl.
  3. Whisk vigorously until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
  5. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) to the saucepan. Cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is softened, about 1 minute.
  6. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan.
  7. Bring the sauce to a simmer, whisking constantly. Continue to cook until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and serve immediately over your favorite protein. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

95 g

Sugar

309g

Fat

10g

Carbs

29g