Honey Jalapeno Shrimp Dipping Sauce
Elevate your appetizer game with this Honey Jalapeño Shrimp Dipping Sauce—a tantalizing blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors that perfectly complements crispy shrimp. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, combining honey's natural sweetness with the zesty kick of finely chopped jalapeño, fragrant garlic, and the brightness of lime juice. A touch of soy sauce and rice vinegar adds a savory depth, while a hint of optional sriracha lets you customize the heat level to your liking. Thickened to perfection with a simple cornstarch slurry, this versatile dipping sauce pairs wonderfully with not only shrimp but also chicken tenders, spring rolls, or grilled veggies. Serve it warm or at room temperature for an irresistible appetizer experience that will have everyone coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Honey
- 1 whole Jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha (optional, for extra heat)
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry. Set aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, finely chopped jalapeno, minced garlic, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and lime juice.
Stir the mixture until well combined and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
If additional heat is desired, stir in sriracha at this stage.
Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the sauce and simmer for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature alongside crispy shrimp. Enjoy the balance of sweet and spicy flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 683 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.1 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 188 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.
