Easy Spicy Honey Soy Sauce Recipe for Dinner
Easy Spicy Honey Soy Sauce Recipe for Dinner — Better than takeout and ready in just 20 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the balance of sweet and spicy. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Creamy Honey Lavender Ice Cream Recipe for Easy Dessert and Creamy Sundried Tomato Lentils Recipe for Easy Dinner.
Why This Easy Spicy Honey Soy Sauce Recipe for Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout
- Perfect balance of sweet and spicy
What You'll Need for Easy Spicy Honey Soy Sauce Recipe for Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp Sriracha
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Green onions, chopped
- Optional: Sesame seeds
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Sriracha: Adjust to taste for spiciness.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Sriracha — Adds a kick of heat → See on Amazon
- Garlic Press — Makes mincing garlic easy → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Spicy Honey Soy Sauce Recipe for Dinner
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, Sriracha, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Step 2: Add red pepper flakes, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Step 3: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Pour over your favorite protein or noodles and enjoy!
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Spicy Honey Soy Sauce Recipe for Dinner
- : For a thicker sauce, simmer the mixture for a few minutes.
- Common mistake and fix: If your sauce is too spicy, add more honey to balance it out.
- : Store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week.
Storing & Reheating Easy Spicy Honey Soy Sauce Recipe for Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container for up to a week. Make-ahead tip: Can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
Freezing Easy Spicy Honey Soy Sauce Recipe for Dinner
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not necessary. Microwave: Warm in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a smoother sauce, whisk in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water) before simmering.
- Best substitution: Substitute honey with brown sugar for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Make the sauce ahead of time and store in the fridge. Warm before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, simmer it for a few more minutes to reduce.
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Easy Spicy Honey Soy Sauce Recipe for Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp Sriracha
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
Seasonings
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Green onions, chopped
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, Sriracha, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Step 2: Add red pepper flakes, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Step 3: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Pour over your favorite protein or noodles and enjoy!
Notes
- Chef tip: For a smoother sauce, whisk in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water) before simmering.
- Best substitution: Substitute honey with brown sugar for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Make the sauce ahead of time and store in the fridge. Warm before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, simmer it for a few more minutes to reduce.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Not necessary.
- Microwave reheat: Warm in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Make ahead: Can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 1g
- Carbs: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 2500mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 0g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Spicy Honey Soy Sauce Recipe for Dinner FAQs
Yes, store in the fridge for up to a week.
Add more honey to balance out the heat.
Not recommended for freezing.
This recipe is best made on the stove.
Chili garlic sauce or hot sauce can be used as a substitute.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Spicy Honey Soy Sauce Recipe for Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
