The Chili Lime Glaze is one of those magical little sauces that transforms whatever you brush it on into something truly special, honey. It comes together in minutes, and I promise you’ll find yourself reaching for it again and again.
What makes this glaze so wonderful is how the sweet syrups play beautifully with the salty soy sauce and bright lime juice, while the chili powder and garlic powder add just the right kick of flavor. There’s no fussing around—you simply mix everything together in a small saucepan and you’ve got yourself a glaze that works on chicken, pork, shrimp, or vegetables.
I love serving dishes glazed with this over rice or noodles, and watching my family’s faces light up when they taste that perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy. It’s become a go-to for weeknight dinners and potlucks alike, and honestly, it never fails to impress.
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Chili Lime Glaze
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Syrups
- 0.25 cup Soy Sauce Made From Soy
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 2 tablespoon Lime Juice
Instructions
- Mix corn syrup, soy sauce, olive oil,chili powder and garlic together in a small saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat.
- Boil 1 minute.
- Stir in lime juice.
- Brush on meats while grilling or broiling.
- Reserve some glaze to drizzle over cooked meat.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and thin slices of fresh lime.
- For extra heat, add a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of ground Chipotle Chili.
- This can also be used as a marinade.
