Turkey Free Maple & Ginger Glaze
Sweet, tangy, and warmly spiced, this glaze is the kind of finishing touch that makes a simple meal feel genuinely special. Pure maple syrup forms the backbone, deepened by coconut aminos for a savory-sweet balance and brightened with apple cider vinegar. Fresh ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, and turmeric bring a layered warmth that feels sophisticated without requiring any complicated technique. Arrowroot starch whisked into cold water creates a silky slurry that thickens everything into a glossy, spoon-coating glaze in just a couple of minutes on the stove. The whole thing comes together in one small saucepan, which means minimal cleanup and maximum payoff. It's a brilliant option when you want bold, crowd-pleasing flavor without reaching for anything that comes from a bird — every single ingredient here is plant-based and straightforward to source. Drizzle it over roasted vegetables, grain bowls, or anything that could use a little shine.
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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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