Canadian Honey Garlic Sauce is a sweet and sour sauce that is popular in Canadian cuisine. It is typically made with a combination of brown sugar, honey, garlic, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. The sauce is often used to marinate or glaze meat, such as chicken, ribs, or meatballs, before grilling or baking.
Canadian honey garlic sauce is thought to have originated in the mid-20th century, and it quickly became a popular condiment in Canada. Today, it is one of the most popular sauces in the country and can be found in most supermarkets.
Canadian Honey Garlic Sauce
This Canadian go-to sauce is great for marinating meat in before grilling or baking, especially chicken wings. Brush over ribs during cooking, or use as a dipping sauce for vegetables.
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Servings: 2 Cups
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- ½ cup Honey
- ½ cup Soy sauce
- ¼ cup Rice vinegar (Sub: white vinegar)
- ¼ cup Water
- 3 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Grated ginger
- 6 cloves Garlic, minced
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Once sauce comes to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Serve or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up-to a few weeks.
Notes
- For a spicier sauce, add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes.
- For a thicker sauce, add a little more cornstarch at beginning of cooking.
- For a smoother sauce, strain the sauce right after cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 108g | Protein: 0.1g | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 146mg | Sugar: 107g | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 1mg
