Pescatarian Honey Lemon Glaze
Bright, tangy, and just sweet enough, this honey lemon glaze is the kind of finishing touch that makes a simple piece of fish taste like something you'd order at a restaurant. The combination of fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey creates a flavor that's clean and vibrant without being cloying. Arrowroot starch does the thickening work here, giving the glaze a glossy, silky consistency that clings beautifully to whatever it touches — no cornstarch required. A whisper of ground ginger is optional, but it adds a gentle warmth that plays really well against the citrus. The whole thing comes together in under ten minutes on the stovetop, making it an effortless upgrade for weeknight dinners. Drizzle it warm straight from the pan or let it cool and spoon it on — either way, it delivers.
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6 servings
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tbsp cold water
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the arrowroot starch and cold water until fully dissolved with no lumps remaining. Set aside.
- 2
Combine the honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, and sea salt in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk to combine and heat until the honey is fully melted and the mixture just begins to steam, about 2–3 minutes — do not let it boil at this stage.
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