Sweet Scorched Asian Glaze

Yield: ~½ cup glaze
Serving Size: 1 tbsp (approx. 15g)
Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time: 15 min

A bright, balanced glaze that blends sweet heat with citrus, soy, and aromatic ginger. This Sweet Scorched Asian Glaze brings together sweet, spicy, tangy, and umami flavors, making it perfect as a drizzle, dipping sauce, or quick dressing for bowls and wraps.

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp Scorched Bonnets Sweet Heat Pepper Spread
• 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice (or lemon juice)
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp honey (optional, for extra balance)
• 2 tbsp water (adjust to desired consistency)

Optional additions:
1 tsp fish sauce for deeper umami
Dash of tamari instead of soy sauce for gluten-free option

Directions

1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together Scorched Bonnets Sweet Heat Pepper Spread, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, honey (if using), and water.
2. Whisk until the glaze becomes smooth and well combined.
3. Taste and adjust the flavor balance. Add more lime juice for acidity, more pepper spread for heat, or a bit more honey for sweetness.
4. Let the glaze sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve immediately or store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Serving Size & Nutritional Facts

Serving Size: 1 tbsp (approx. 15g)
Makes: ~8 servings

Calories: ~25 kcal
Total Fat: 1 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: ~220 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 4 g
Sugars: 3 g
Protein: <1 g
Dietary Fiber: <1 g

Nutrition information is estimated based on standard ingredients and may vary depending on exact brands or substitutions used.

🔥 Pro Tip

This glaze works best slightly warm. If it has been refrigerated, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes or stir in a splash of warm water before serving!

Perfect for drizzling over lettuce wraps, fish tacos, dumplings, noodle salads, or rice bowls.