Honey Citrus Glaze

Honey Citrus Glaze

A sticky, tangy glaze that balances honey sweetness with bright orange and lemon juice.

Total 15 min Makes 16 oz Calories 70/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Dairy

This glaze simmers honey with fresh citrus juice and zest until lightly thickened, creating a glossy finish for roasted chicken, salmon, or grilled vegetables. A splash of vinegar adds brightness while cornstarch gives it enough body to cling to whatever it coats. It comes together quickly on the stovetop and keeps well for make-ahead use.

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, orange juice, lemon juice, orange zest, lemon zest, and rice vinegar.

  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

  3. In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water until smooth to make a slurry.

  4. Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering glaze and continue to cook until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.

  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter and salt until the butter melts and the glaze is glossy.

  6. Let the glaze cool for a few minutes before brushing onto meat, fish, or vegetables, or transfer to a jar and refrigerate until ready to use.

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    Honey Citrus Glaze

    This glaze simmers honey with fresh citrus juice and zest until lightly thickened, creating a glossy finish for roasted chicken, salmon, or grilled vegetables. A splash of vinegar adds brightness while cornstarch gives it enough body to cling to whatever it coats. It comes together quickly on the stovetop and keeps well for make-ahead use.

    15 min 16 oz 70 cal

    Ingredients

    • 3/4 cup honey
    • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
    • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon orange zest
    • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
    • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
    • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
    • 2 teaspoons water
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt

    Method

    1. 1

      In a small saucepan, combine the honey, orange juice, lemon juice, orange zest, lemon zest, and rice vinegar.

    2. 2

      Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

    3. 3

      In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water until smooth to make a slurry.

    4. 4

      Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering glaze and continue to cook until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.

    5. 5

      Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter and salt until the butter melts and the glaze is glossy.

    6. 6

      Let the glaze cool for a few minutes before brushing onto meat, fish, or vegetables, or transfer to a jar and refrigerate until ready to use.