Pork Free Maple & Ginger Glaze
Warm, sticky, and layered with just enough spice to keep things interesting, this glaze is the kind of finishing touch that makes a simple meal feel intentional. Pure maple syrup forms the sweet backbone, while coconut aminos bring a savory, umami depth that you might not expect from such a short ingredient list. Fresh ginger and Ceylon cinnamon add brightness and warmth, and a pinch of turmeric gives the whole thing a gorgeous golden hue. Arrowroot starch whisked into cold water creates the silky, glossy consistency that clings beautifully to whatever you're glazing — no cornstarch, no fuss. The whole thing comes together in one small saucepan in just a few minutes, so it's as practical as it is impressive. Every ingredient here is naturally free from pork and pork-derived additives, which means no label-scanning or second-guessing — just clean, bold flavor you can trust.
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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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