Description
This sweet, spicy, and savory Honey Garlic Pepper Sauce is a quick 10-minute recipe that adds bold flavor to meats, seafood, and vegetables. Perfect as a glaze, marinade, or dipping sauce made from pantry staples.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Stir until smooth.
- Add olive oil, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, black pepper, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt.
- Simmer for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly and garlic becomes fragrant.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool for 2 minutes before serving or storing.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother sauce, or leave it chunky for added texture.
Equipment

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- For a gluten-free version, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
- For a vegan version, replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the red pepper flakes.
- Use as a glaze, dip, or marinade depending on your dish.
- Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Honey Garlic Pepper Sauce, spicy garlic sauce, sweet garlic glaze, homemade dipping sauce, honey soy glaze, easy garlic sauce, spicy honey sauce