This Habanero Tamarind Glaze Recipe is the perfect balance of fiery heat, tangy tamarind, and sweet caramelized goodness, making it a bold and versatile addition to a main dish of grilled meats, roasted veggies, and even your favorite rice bowls.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time5 minutesmins
Total Time15 minutesmins
Servings 2cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Caribbean
Diet: Low Fat
Keyword: Easy Sauce, Sauce
Calories: 386kcal
Ingredients
½cuphoney
¼cupbrown sugar
2teaspoonsalt-free adobo seasoning
1 ½tablespoonlow-sodium soy sauce
1 ½tablespoonapple cider vinegar
2teaspoongingergrated
2cloves ofgarlicminced
1smallhabanero pepperhalved (remove seeds and pith to adjust heat)
Prepare Ingredients Finely mince the habanero pepper and garlic. Grate the ginger.
Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the tamarind paste, honey, brown sugar, adobo seasoning, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, ginger, garlic, and habanero pepper. Stir well to combine.
Simmer the Glaze: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Let it cook for 3–5 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the flavors meld.
Adjust Consistency: If the glaze is too thick, gradually add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
Cool and Store: Remove from heat and let the glaze cool slightly before using. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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How to Use:
Brush over grilled meats, seafood, or roasted vegetables.