Description
Elevate your meals effortlessly with this quick kitchen sauce, bursting with flavor and ready in minutes—perfect for busy weeknights or unexpected guests.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (basil or cilantro), chopped
Instructions
- Gather and chop garlic and herbs.
- In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant and golden.
- Stir in soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes; simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from heat, mix in fresh herbs, and taste for seasoning adjustments.
- Drizzle over grilled chicken, veggies, or pasta; store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize the flavor by adding spices like chili flakes or swapping fresh herbs for dried ones. For a richer sauce, stir in cream before serving. Store leftover sauce in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently to maintain flavor.