Honey Free Maple & Ginger Glaze
This glossy, golden glaze brings together warm spice and deep sweetness in a way that feels almost too good to be this simple. Pure maple syrup does all the heavy lifting here, delivering that rich, caramel-like sweetness without a drop of honey — so anyone avoiding it can drizzle freely. Coconut aminos add a subtle savory depth, while fresh ginger and Ceylon cinnamon give the whole thing a bright, aromatic kick that makes it taste far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. A touch of turmeric rounds out the color and adds an earthy undertone that pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, grilled proteins, or even a grain bowl. The arrowroot slurry is the secret to that perfect, spoon-coating consistency — it thickens the glaze quickly and cleanly without muddying the flavor. Just keep the heat steady and watch it closely, because maple syrup moves fast once it starts to bubble. The result is a versatile, restaurant-worthy glaze you'll want to keep on rotation all week.
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4 servings
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tbsp cold water
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, turmeric, and sea salt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the mixture is uniform.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until it begins to bubble around the edges, about 3 minutes. Watch closely — maple syrup can scorch quickly if the heat is too high.
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