Pineapple and honey glaze

This glaze relies on the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and sour flavours (umami). The caramelisation of the honey creates a thick, glossy coating, whilst the acidity of the pineapple juice and the heat of the ginger cut through the heaviness of fatty meats. An excellent choice for chicken or pork.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 90 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Small saucepan: for cooking.
  • Grater: for ginger and garlic.
  • Whisk: for mixing.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Gluten
⚠️ Soya

Instructions

1

Finely grate the garlic and ginger. Prepare the liquids.

Tip: Grating releases the aromas in the cells, making the flavour much more intense than if you just chopped it.
2

In a saucepan, mix the honey, pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic.

Tip: The molasses content of brown sugar adds a deeper colour and flavour to the glaze.
3

Bring to a boil over medium heat, then lower the heat and simmer gently for 5-7 minutes until thickened.

Tip: The sugar and honey lose water under heat and become syrupy. (Reduction)
4

Finally, stir in the lemon juice to brighten the flavours.

Tip: Always add the acid at the end to preserve freshness and prevent the aroma from boiling away.
5

Let it cool slightly before serving; it will thicken further.

Tip: As it cools, the sugar molecules align, and viscosity increases.

Recipe FAQ

What if it stays too runny?
Cook it longer on a low heat so the water evaporates, or add a pinch of cornflour mixed with water.

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp Honey
  • 100 ml Pineapple juice
  • 1 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 5 g Fresh ginger
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 tsp Lemon juice