This Honey Sriracha Sauce produces a sweet and spicy sauce ideal for glazing for chicken, prawns or vegetables or dipping! Made in less than five minutes.
When I remark that sauces and condiments have the power to make or ruin a dish, I know I'm not alone. French fries are a great appetizer when you combine the proper three sauces. I'll be fawning over a chicken meal with the ideal glaze. And figuring out the ideal hot sauce to pair with everything mentioned above? I'm in heaven, girl.
One of such sauces is honey sriracha sauce, which is so simple to prepare using basic ingredients that it ought to be a recipe that everyone has on hand. I'm really excited for you to taste this delicious sauce!
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Why this Recipe Works
- Spicy and sweet! Sriracha and honey combine to produce the ideal flavor balance.
- basic components. This sauce is really simple to prepare using only a few everyday ingredients.
- Adaptable. You may use it nearly anywhere because of its versatility, which enables it to be utilized as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce. It's the ideal side dish with grilled chicken! Make honey Sriracha Shrimp instead!
- Healthier than a version from the supermarket. The components for this sauce are really basic. Additionally, you won't have to worry about things like high fructose corn syrup, which is usually present in grocery store sauces, even though you should control the sodium content of the soy.
- Customization is simple. Although this sweet sriracha sauce is very mildly spicy, you may easily increase the spice levels if you're needing a little more spiciness. (Alternatively, you can turn it down a notch if you prefer it milder! Take a look at the notes below.)
Main Ingredients
This simple honey sriracha sauce only requires a few basic ingredients.
- Honey. serves as the foundation for the sauce and adds a hint of sweetness.
- Sriracha. Sriracha provides the sauce its distinctive bite and adds a pleasant spicy flavor.
- Soy sauce. for that mouthwateringly deep umami flavor.
- Rice vinegar. adds a small amount of acidity and tang to counterbalance the honey's sweetness. (If you don't have rice vinegar, you can use white vinegar instead.)
- Garlic. adds a lot of flavor. I love to use fresh garlic in this dish, but you can also use garlic powder to make it even simpler.
- Lemon juice. adds a touch of acidity to the sauce, bringing all the flavors together.
How To Make Honey Sriracha Sauce
What's the finest about this simple? It's quite simple to create! You will have a tasty sauce that goes well with all of your favorite dishes in less than five minutes.
- Mix. In a bowl, combine the lime juice, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
- Combine. To make sure all the ingredients are well incorporated, give it a good stir.
- Make adjustments. If necessary, adjust the seasoning after tasting the sauce.
- Store. Before using, move the sauce to an airtight container and keep it in the fridge.
Variations And Substitutions
- Make use of maple syrup. A somewhat different flavor can be achieved by using maple syrup instead of honey.
- Make it gluten-free. For a gluten-free substitute for soy sauce, use coconut aminos.
- Turn up the heat. Add some chili powder or substitute hot honey for ordinary honey for some sweet heat if you're craving a spicy dip.
- Make it sweet. Do you like a sweeter sauce? Cut back on the sriracha and add a little extra honey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you may make this sauce ahead of time and keep it in the fridge in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Sriracha and honey combine to create the ideal sweet-spicy sauce. By adjusting the amount of sriracha used, one can modify the mild-to-medium heat level to suit one's preferences. Despite his dislike of spicy cuisine, my son adores this sauce! It has a lot of taste whether it's spicy or not!
There are so many uses for this delicious sauce! Try it as a glaze for shrimp, chicken wings or thighs, or vegetables (brussels sprouts are a favorite with honey sriracha!). You may also use it as a dipping sauce for fried chicken, tempura fried shrimp, homemade Yukon Gold Chips chicken nuggets, French fries, or carrot fries.
Yes, you can store this sauce in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.
If you tried this Honey Sriracha Sauce or any other recipe on my website, please feel free to leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how it goes in the 📝 comments below. And remember to tag me on Instagram!
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Recipe
Sweet And Spicy Honey Sriracha Sauce Recipe
INGREDIENTS
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 tablespoon sriracha
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 ½ tablespoon rice vinegar
- 5 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ cup lime juice
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a bowl, combine the rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, soy sauce, and garlic cloves. Stir thoroughly after adding a squeeze of lime. Use it on Brussels sprouts, poultry, or other vegetables as a dipping sauce.
Harper Evans says
Sweet and spicy? Yes, please! I’m all about versatile sauces that can jazz up any meal. I think this would be amazing as a dip for veggies during movie night!
Brianna Flores says
...and here comes the craving! This honey sriracha sauce is going to be perfect with everything from chicken wings to roasted veggies. Such an easy way to elevate any meal!
Ruby Lee says
'Healthier than store-bought' is music to my ears! I'm all for making sauces at home with simple ingredients. Can't wait to whip this up next week—thank you for sharing!
Sophia Reed says
Yum! The combination of sweet and spicy is just my vibe! Plus, knowing it's healthier than store-bought sauces makes me feel so much better about indulging. I'm definitely trying this with some crispy fries!
Linda Rose says
I’m all about those quick and easy recipes! This Honey Sriracha Sauce sounds incredible for summer barbecues. Just imagine how good it would be on grilled veggies—yum!
Dana Morris says
'Sweet meets heat' is literally my favorite flavor combo! Plus, using maple syrup instead of honey? That's such a fun twist! Can’t wait to experiment with this recipe.
Ariana Cox says
This sauce looks like the ultimate flavor booster! I love that it can be customized based on how spicy you want it. Perfect for adding a kick to my weekend BBQ!
Savannah Coleman says
'Customize it easily' is exactly what I need in my kitchen life! Whether I'm feeling spicy or mellow, knowing I can adjust the heat makes me excited to try this recipe out.
Christina Jenkins says
This looks so simple yet delicious! I'm loving all the fresh ingredients you're using. It's perfect for when I'm craving something zesty without spending hours in the kitchen.
Piper Davis says
OMG, this Honey Sriracha Sauce sounds like a total game-changer! I love that you can whip it up in under five minutes—perfect for those busy weeknights. Can't wait to drizzle it over grilled chicken!
Celeste Hayes says
'Made in less than five minutes'? Count me in, girl! This is perfect for someone like me who loves cooking but sometimes struggles with time. Can’t wait to give it a try!
Isla Diaz says
Oh my gosh, this Honey Sriracha Sauce sounds divine! I love how quick it is to make—perfect for those busy weeknights when you still want something tasty. Can't wait to drizzle it over some grilled chicken!
Nora Powell says
'Can I freeze this sauce?'—that’s such a game changer! Now I'll have a delicious go-to sauce ready whenever I'm in need of something flavorful. You rock for sharing this tip!
Cassandra Butler says
Yum! I’m already imagining all the dishes I could use this sauce with. Honey and sriracha are such a great combo, and the fact that it's homemade makes it even better!
Priscilla Robinson says
This sauce has me drooling already! I love how versatile it is; I can use it for chicken, prawns, or even as a dip for veggies. Fresh garlic in there? Yes, please!
Iris Young says
Five minutes to a delicious sauce? Count me in! I appreciate the customization options too—sometimes I want it spicy and other times, just sweet. This is going to be my new kitchen staple!
Juliet Stone says
I adore quick recipes like this one! It’s so refreshing to have control over what goes into my food. Definitely adding honey sriracha sauce to my list of must-try recipes!
Beverly Powell says
'Healthier than store-bought'? Yes, girl! I’m always on the lookout for ways to make my meals tastier without all those extra preservatives. This will definitely be on my next grocery list!
Lillian Torres says
What a delightful recipe! I love that you can make this ahead of time and keep it in the fridge. Perfect for meal prepping and adding flavor throughout the week!
emmy says
This sriracha sauce recipe looks so yummy!
SunnyBunny says
I can't wait to try this sauce! It sounds so yummy and easy to make!
HappyTaco says
This honey sriracha sauce looks amazing! I love sweet and spicy flavors together!
ChocoBear says
Wow, only five minutes? I need this in my life! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
MangoSlice says
I love that I can customize the heat level! This will be perfect for my chicken dinner!
GiggleFox says
So simple and delicious! I'm definitely trying this sauce with my fries tonight!