Nutmeg Free Maple & Ginger Glaze
Warm, glossy, and packed with layers of flavor, this glaze brings together pure maple syrup, fresh ginger, and a touch of Ceylon cinnamon for something that tastes far more complex than its ingredient list suggests. The golden hue comes naturally from turmeric, giving it a gorgeous color without any artificial additives. Coconut aminos add a subtle savory depth that balances the sweetness of the maple, while apple cider vinegar keeps the whole thing bright and lively. Nutmeg is a surprisingly common addition to spiced glazes and sauces, but every ingredient here is intentional — and none of them are that one. Arrowroot starch does the thickening work cleanly, creating a silky, spoonable consistency that clings beautifully to whatever you're glazing. The technique is straightforward: a quick simmer, a simple slurry, and a few minutes of stirring is all it takes to get that perfect coat-the-spoon texture. Drizzle it over roasted vegetables, grilled proteins, or grain bowls and watch it disappear fast.
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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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