Citrus Soy Syrup
Elevate your dishes with this zesty and umami-packed Citrus Soy Syrup, a versatile sauce that’s perfect for drizzling, dipping, or glazing! This recipe blends freshly squeezed orange and lime juices with the savory depth of low-sodium soy sauce, a touch of sweetness from honey, and the tangy bite of rice vinegar. Infused with aromatic garlic and ginger, this syrup is thickened to perfection using a simple cornstarch slurry, achieving a luscious consistency in just 15 minutes. Whether paired with roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or served as a dipping sauce for dumplings, this vibrant sauce adds a tantalizing balance of sweet, sour, and salty flavors to any dish. Plus, it's easy to make ahead and store, making it a must-have addition to your kitchen repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir gently until all the ingredients are well mixed.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing it to cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reduces slightly and the flavors meld together.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a slurry.
Slowly pour the slurry into the saucepan while continuously stirring to thicken the syrup.
Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes over low heat until the mixture reaches your desired syrupy consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the syrup cool for a few minutes.
Transfer the Citrus Soy Syrup to a heatproof container or jar for storage. Serve warm or at room temperature as a drizzle or dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
51 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 494 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 169 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
