Description
This Honey Balsamic Glaze is a sweet, tangy, and versatile sauce perfect for drizzling over meats, vegetables, or even fruits. Simple to make and bursting with flavor, it’s a must-have in every kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and measure all ingredients.
- If using garlic or rosemary, mince and chop them finely.
- In a medium saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey over medium heat. Stir well.
- Add brown sugar and salt. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Optional: Add garlic, rosemary, or soy sauce for added flavor.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once reduced by half and thickened, remove from heat.
- Let cool slightly, then transfer to a glass container.
Notes
Monitor the glaze closely to avoid over-reduction. Adjust sweetness or seasoning as desired. Great on salads, grilled meats, or fruit.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: balsamic glaze, honey glaze, sauce, easy, homemade