GERD Friendly Mild Ginger Tamari Glaze
A good glaze can completely transform a simple piece of protein or roasted vegetable, and this one delivers serious flavor without the usual reflux-triggering culprits. Tamari brings that deep, savory umami base, while a touch of honey adds just enough sweetness to balance it out — no vinegar, no citrus, no garlic or onion to set off that familiar burn. A small amount of finely grated fresh ginger keeps things interesting and aromatic without being aggressive. The cornstarch is the quiet hero here, thickening everything into a glossy, restaurant-worthy glaze in just a few minutes on the stove. A finishing drizzle of sesame oil rounds it all out with a subtle nuttiness that makes the whole thing feel polished and intentional. It comes together in under ten minutes, makes enough for four servings, and keeps in the fridge for up to five days — so you can meal prep it once and reach for it all week long.
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4 servings
- ¼ cup tamari
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- 1
In a small saucepan, whisk together the tamari, honey, water, and grated ginger until the honey is fully dissolved.
- 2
Add the cornstarch and whisk until no lumps remain and the mixture is smooth.
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