Sticky honey BBQ glaze

The role of a BBQ glaze is to form a shiny, sticky, flavour-packed layer on the surface of meat. The sugar and honey caramelise on the meat during cooking, whilst the acids from vinegar and tomatoes cut through the fatty flavours. Smoked paprika creates the illusion that the dish was prepared in a smoker for hours.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 6 servings
🔥 Calories 180 kcal
🌍 Cuisine American

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Silicone brush (for basting)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soya
⚠️ Fish

Instructions

1

Crush the garlic or grate to a paste.

Tip: We don't want garlic chunks in the glaze, just the flavour.
2

Measure all ingredients into a saucepan: ketchup, honey, sugar, spices, vinegar, garlic.

Tip: The 'chuck it all in' method works because they need to be cooked together.
3

Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.

Tip: The sugar must dissolve completely.
4

Turn the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes.

Tip: The goal is for some water to evaporate so the sauce thickens and darkens.
5

It's ready when thick and glossy. Taste, season with salt or pepper if needed.

Tip: It will thicken further as it cools.
6

Allow to cool to lukewarm before using.

Tip: If too hot, it might be too runny for brushing.

Recipe FAQ

When should I brush it on the meat?
Only in the last 5-10 minutes of cooking! Due to high sugar content, if you brush it on too early, it will burn and become bitter before the meat is cooked through.
Too sweet.
Add a little more apple cider vinegar or hot sauce to balance.

Ingredients

  • 100 ml Ketchup (good quality)
  • 50 g Honey
  • 30 g Brown sugar
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 pinch Ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch Salt