Sweet & Spicy Bourbon Glaze
This sweet and spicy bourbon glaze adds a unique sweet-salty-savory umami component to grilled meats, fish, and shellfish that will wow you into adding it to your arsenal of recipes.
Servings: 12 servings
Cost: $0.69 per serving
Ingredients
- ¾ cup bourbon whiskey
- ⅔ cup light brown sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or 1/2 teaspoon if more heat is desired
Instructions
- Pour all the sauce ingredients into a small saucepan set over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, whisking frequently until the brown sugar and honey is dissolved.
- Continue to gently simmer the glaze, without whisking, until it has reduced by half; about 12 to 15 minutes.
- Cool for at least 15 minutes before using to allow it to thicken. Serve with your favorite grilled meats and veggies.
Notes
- Any bourbon works in this recipe. As it reduces on the stove, it takes on the olfactory nuances of whatever wood it was casked in, which could include woody, smoky, buttery, or fruity.
- Pour leftover sauce into a jar with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate up to 7 days. Use a water bath canning method to preserve it for longer storage.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 253mg | Potassium: 43mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.3mg