Paraben Free Maple & Ginger Glaze
Warm, glossy, and layered with just the right amount of spice, this glaze is the kind of finishing touch that makes a simple weeknight meal feel genuinely special. Pure maple syrup forms the sweet backbone, while coconut aminos add a savory depth that soy sauce usually handles — but without the additives that sneak into conventional condiments. Fresh ginger and Ceylon cinnamon bring brightness and warmth, and a pinch of turmeric gives the whole thing a gorgeous golden hue. Arrowroot starch thickens it to a silky, spoonable consistency that clings beautifully to whatever you're glazing. Many store-bought sauces and glazes contain preservatives that can be a real concern for anyone avoiding parabens, so making your own from scratch with clean, recognizable ingredients is genuinely the smarter move. The technique is straightforward — just keep the heat steady and watch it closely once it starts to bubble, since maple syrup moves fast. A few minutes on the stovetop and you have something that tastes like it came from a restaurant kitchen.
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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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